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What Causes Reddish Itchy Rash On Legs And Arms?
Question: I have a red rash kind if like pin pricks on the back of my legs and the top of my arms almost like a tiny littl sore. Kind of itchy....
Brief Answer:
Probably caused by allergy!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this rash that you have reported. I have reviewed the information and image that you have provided. They are both suggestive of an allergy. The most important thing is to identify the cause so that you can keep away from in the future. To approach this, I will suggest that you go ahead and review all the things you used prior to this rash and pay special attention to any new additions. These are often the likely culprits.
For now, managing the symptoms is the best approach. I usually recommended Benadryl to my patients with good results. This is available over the counter and you may want to try it out at doses recommended by your pharmacist.
I hope this addresses your question fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
Probably caused by allergy!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this rash that you have reported. I have reviewed the information and image that you have provided. They are both suggestive of an allergy. The most important thing is to identify the cause so that you can keep away from in the future. To approach this, I will suggest that you go ahead and review all the things you used prior to this rash and pay special attention to any new additions. These are often the likely culprits.
For now, managing the symptoms is the best approach. I usually recommended Benadryl to my patients with good results. This is available over the counter and you may want to try it out at doses recommended by your pharmacist.
I hope this addresses your question fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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