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What Causes Red Spots On Arms?

I have tiny red pin dots on the surface of my arms in each arm bend. They look like burst capillaries and they do not itch. I m not sure how long they ve been on my arms, but definitely no longer than 24 hours. I am wondering what this could be, and what may have caused them to appear.
Tue, 20 May 2014
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Hello,

Thanks for writing to HCM

There are many causes for red papules/macules (rash) to occur in shoulder region.
Common causes are sunlight, dandruff, allergy to certain food/ medication/dust, and idiopathic reasons.

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What Causes Red Spots On Arms?

Hello, Thanks for writing to HCM There are many causes for red papules/macules (rash) to occur in shoulder region. Common causes are sunlight, dandruff, allergy to certain food/ medication/dust, and idiopathic reasons. Regards