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Tiny Red Itchy Spots On Arms And Neck Due To Allergic Reaction. What Could It Be?

Hi 5 days ago i woke up with tiny red spots on my arms which were itchy, and over the last few days they have spread, they are mainly on my arms and neck , there are clusters inbetween some of my fingers which burn and itch. i have been to a gp and thay said ts an alergic reaction but didnt give me anything and it is getting worse, some spots are in a tiny line and son are just on their own, my mum has also has this rash , but not my daughter or my fiance. Do you know what this can be?
posted on Wed, 11 Jul 2012
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hello vappleyard,the skin problem you are having could simply be a mite infestation,called scabies which could easily be cured by single whole body application of permethrin 5% lotion or gamma benzene hexa chloride with a minimum contact time of 2hrs or overnight application,the contacts who are affected may be similarly treated,and if it is persisting you must see a dermatologist and if you are having a fever you must be investigaed for viral exanthem and necessary symptomatic treatment will be prescribed
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Tiny Red Itchy Spots On Arms And Neck Due To Allergic Reaction. What Could It Be?

hello vappleyard,the skin problem you are having could simply be a mite infestation,called scabies which could easily be cured by single whole body application of permethrin 5% lotion or gamma benzene hexa chloride with a minimum contact time of 2hrs or overnight application,the contacts who are affected may be similarly treated,and if it is persisting you must see a dermatologist and if you are having a fever you must be investigaed for viral exanthem and necessary symptomatic treatment will be prescribed