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What Causes Burning Sensation And Redness On Scalp, Face, Chest And Arms?

This has never happened to me. Im a 41 year old female generally healthy but over weight.today all the sudden my skin started burning and turned bright red from my scalp, face, ears, chest and arms. Lasted about 5+min any idea? Its not a rash Per say.
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
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Hello dear,

i read your question, it can be photosensitivity, as the distribution of rash is on sun exposed parts,

just rule out postmenopausal flushing if you have menopause,.

Thank you
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What Causes Burning Sensation And Redness On Scalp, Face, Chest And Arms?

Hello dear, i read your question, it can be photosensitivity, as the distribution of rash is on sun exposed parts, just rule out postmenopausal flushing if you have menopause,. Thank you