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What Causes Red Itchy Spots On The Upper Half Of The Body?

I woke up with red non itchy spots on top half of body,not a large amount and fairly spaced out, but there is one group on my upper chest. Recently got new pillows, and the day prior had played with a strangers dog and also help to vaccinate 30+ pigeons
Sat, 29 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to:
1. Ringworm (tinea) infection
2. Urticaria
3. Insect bite
4. Contact dermatitis

Symptomatic relief can be obtained with:
1. Application of Calamine lotion for symptomatic relief.
2. Intake of antihistamine preparations like Allegra
3. Application of topical steroid & anti-fungal ointment.
4. Antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infection.

If symptoms still persist, kindly visit a Dermatologist & get a proper clinical examination done to find the exact cause.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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What Causes Red Itchy Spots On The Upper Half Of The Body?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to: 1. Ringworm (tinea) infection 2. Urticaria 3. Insect bite 4. Contact dermatitis Symptomatic relief can be obtained with: 1. Application of Calamine lotion for symptomatic relief. 2. Intake of antihistamine preparations like Allegra 3. Application of topical steroid & anti-fungal ointment. 4. Antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infection. If symptoms still persist, kindly visit a Dermatologist & get a proper clinical examination done to find the exact cause. Wishing you a good health. Take care.