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What Causes Itchy Rashes On Inner Sides Of Arms?

my boyfriend is a outside painter. he is currently painting fuel tanks. he has a rash on the inside of both of his arms that just popped up out of nowhere. he hasnt touched or been around anything new. the rash is barely visible, but he says that it itches, stings, and feels like needle pricks. what could this be?
Mon, 7 Sep 2015
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Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.
Itchy rashes on inner side of arms is very common & can be due to
1 Mostly it is due to friction between body parts. Maintain hygiene as this is very important in preventing these rashes. Hydration of the skin should be maintained by moisturizing creams. Use loose clothes to wear. This type is common in cyclist,joggers,etc.
2 Rashes due to allergic reaction.
3 Psoriasis, impetigo and eczema are few of the diseases that are known to produce rashes or skin eruption.
4 Fungal infection can also lead to rashes.

If problem persist, visit a dermatologist

Hope your query is solved
Get well soon
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What Causes Itchy Rashes On Inner Sides Of Arms?

Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. Itchy rashes on inner side of arms is very common & can be due to 1 Mostly it is due to friction between body parts. Maintain hygiene as this is very important in preventing these rashes. Hydration of the skin should be maintained by moisturizing creams. Use loose clothes to wear. This type is common in cyclist,joggers,etc. 2 Rashes due to allergic reaction. 3 Psoriasis, impetigo and eczema are few of the diseases that are known to produce rashes or skin eruption. 4 Fungal infection can also lead to rashes. If problem persist, visit a dermatologist Hope your query is solved Get well soon