Hi I am Naz and I have a problem on skin just above left elbow. When I scratch on that portion or any cold cloth is kept I have no sensation, but when a needle is punched I can feel the sensation. Occasionally there is itching feeling also Doctors had carried out biopsy and the result was Section shows stratified squamous epithelium keratinising type with mild atrophy. Basal layer is normal. Dermis shows a few lymphocytes. No histiocytes seen. No granulomas noted. Could you please brief me what is the exact problem. Apart from this from couple of days I am suffering from severe neck pain, left shoulder, elbow and fingers are also paining. My height is 5 4 and my wirht is 63kgs. Please provide me the details what exactly happened with my skin
Hello,Conditions like cervical spondylitis is a possibility. As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI neck.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician