Question 1

i have been coming up in itchy raised bumps on my skin, i've not changed my diet and i'm not allergic to anything that i'm aware of. what could it be?

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Skin rashes: Skin rashes need to be seen to get proper diagnosis and treatment. Based on your brief descriptions, raised bumps on your skin sound like urticaria or hives. If you have it recently, you can try otc antihistamine. Several etiologies may cause acute hives but otc is suffice. If it last longer than 6 weeks, or you have associated shortness of breath/ abdominal pain, you should come see an allergist.

Question 2

help please! skin around biopsy is raised red itchy?

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Normal: This can be normal-giveit one-two days; apply vaseline twice daily.

Question 3

small spots of blood under skin on back appeared suddenly. not raised, not itchy, no pain. now fading...something to worry about?

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Need more info: Need more information. It would be wise to make an appt with your family physician and have him/her give you a diagnosis after viewing the lesions.

Question 4

sudden red spot on my back, skin is raised but not itchy?

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See a dermatologist: Dermatology, or the examination of skin is predominantly visual.  There are many diagnoses that can be a red mark on the skin.  Often times if it is not clear clinically the dermatologist will take a biopsy to aid in the diagnosis.  Therefore, it is important to have that lesion examined.

Question 5

what could a red raised itchy patch of skin on the back of the neck be?

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Eczema vs dermatitis: This sounds like inflammation of the skin localized to one spot. Dermatitis is a fancy term for inflammation of the skin. Try treating with either a topical steroid such as Cortaid (hydrocortisone) or an anti-itch lotion such as sarna or sarna for sensitive skin. If this does not resolve it, see your doctor.

Question 6

now i noted like 6 raised skin with hair in it around the anus, itchy...

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Keep it clean: Hair around the anus are normal in a male. They can become ingrown and my need to be lasered out. However; before that, try keeping the area clean and dry.

Question 7

my daughter had pointed out these reddish purple spots on the back of my head that were never there before. not itchy or raised up. ?

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Mgt: It may be a contact dermatitis, if it spreads or is associated with other symptoms, medication may be needed.  In the meantime, wash the area with a hypoallergenic soap such as Dove.

Question 8

wen i sleep i keep waking up with raised itchy white bites on my skin but can't see any bugs. checked mattress carpet couch n partner not being bit?

Accepted Answer

Possible hives: Since your partner is affected, it is quite possible that you have the hives rather than bites. Have you gotten new pajamas or bedding? Before going to be take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and see the response. If you continue to have a problem, see your doctor.

Question 9

i have 3 areas on my back that have raised skin in an open circle, not really itchy but have been there for a couple of weeks. not  sure how to treat ?

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Fungal: This might be a form of fungal infection and if so, an antifungal topical cream would be treatment. Can you send a photo?

Question 10

what is the cause of red spots on skin th are not itchy and not raised?

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Don't know.: There are a # of possible causes. The best way to get an accurate diagnosis would be dermatological evaluation.

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I have been coming up in itchy raised bumps on my skin, i've not changed my diet and i'm not allergic to anything that i'm aware of. what could it be?

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Help please! skin around biopsy is raised red itchy?

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Small spots of blood under skin on back appeared suddenly. not raised, not itchy, no pain. now fading...something to worry about?

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Sudden red spot on my back, skin is raised but not itchy?

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What could a red raised itchy patch of skin on the back of the neck be?

A member asked:

Now i noted like 6 raised skin with hair in it around the anus, itchy...

A member asked:

My daughter had pointed out these reddish purple spots on the back of my head that were never there before. not itchy or raised up. ?

A member asked:

Wen i sleep i keep waking up with raised itchy white bites on my skin but can't see any bugs. checked mattress carpet couch n partner not being bit?

A member asked:

I have 3 areas on my back that have raised skin in an open circle, not really itchy but have been there for a couple of weeks. not sure how to treat ?

A member asked:

What is the cause of red spots on skin th are not itchy and not raised?

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