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What Causes Red Itchy Dots Around The Neck, Arms And Torso?
Hello my name is Christopher and I have been experiencing some itchyness around my neck for about 6 years. It usually appears as small red dots when the wind picks up and carries dirt. Usually I just apply something cold like: cold bottles of water, ice, and even body lotion. When the itchyness goes away and when the small red dots fade away, I would always feel like a little miniature dried tip. As the years have progressed I am starting to get them on my hands, arms, torso, back, legs and on my forehead and ears. I really need help.
Tue, 19 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red itchy dots around the neck, arms and torso . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like angiomas , seborrheic keratosis ,acne , allergic eczema , psoriasis and contact dermatitis . It can also occur due to side effects of certain medicine . I would suggest you to keep your self in moist environment , do not apply cosmetic product on face , also avoid hard soaps . apply cold compresses on itchy bumps to reduce itchiness and inflammation and take over the counter anti histamine like benadry . Also avoid direct sun exposure to your skin as it can worsen the condition and do not rub or scratch the skin. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , take history and go for allergy test . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic , anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwar
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red itchy dots around the neck, arms and torso . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like angiomas , seborrheic keratosis ,acne , allergic eczema , psoriasis and contact dermatitis . It can also occur due to side effects of certain medicine . I would suggest you to keep your self in moist environment , do not apply cosmetic product on face , also avoid hard soaps . apply cold compresses on itchy bumps to reduce itchiness and inflammation and take over the counter anti histamine like benadry . Also avoid direct sun exposure to your skin as it can worsen the condition and do not rub or scratch the skin. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , take history and go for allergy test . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic , anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwar
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