Question 1

our15 month old baby has a recurring rash consisting of flat, round red or dark purple spots. there is usually between 3 - 10 spots. they fade after a couple of hours. 2 - 5 mm diameter.

Accepted Answer

Mgt: One possibility is a rash called urticaria. The rash fades and then returns. It can be a sign of an allergic reaction. Noting any possible triggers including foods will be important information for your pediatrician. If your daughter is otherwise well, infection is less likely and based on your description the lesions are not draining any liquid.

Question 2

spots on arms, pink and round, and on legs they are red and flat and round. not allergic to anything, no pets, biopsy was neg. what's causing them?

Accepted Answer

Pityriasis rosea: Pityriasis rosea is a perplexing rash that usually begins with a single oval patch ("Herald Patch"), and then spreads symmetrically on the chest, trunk, arms and legs.  The location may vary somewhat.  No known cause.  Not contagious.  No known treatment.  Good news is that it will go away, although it's been known to linger as long as several years.  If it doesn't itch, you're lucky.

Question 3

less than 1 centimeter red spot with white center on finger that isnt going away. slightly raised edges. perfectly round. not itchy?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. What you described may be a wart, You could try over the counter wart treatment,, If that does not work, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 4

i noticed a round red spot on tongue. 1/3 of an inch, flat, seems like the skin is peeled off. it was fading but 2day i had oranges now it's red again?

Accepted Answer

Oral surgeon: Hard to say without exam. The oral mucosa heals rapidly after insult or trauma. It lesion persists after another week, see an oral surgeon or ENT doc for evaluation.

Question 5

can tiny flat pale red spot on face, only be a basal cell carcinoma? no bleed, no pit, at times some tiny flaky edges. are there other possibilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Better see a dermatologist, hard to commit to a diagnosis, even provisionally, without good history, physical examination and possible biopsy, take care

Question 6

flat round red spot about the size of pinkie tip appeared on lower leg yesterday. no bite marks, no pustule, no itch.  feel sm lump under skin. age 63?

Accepted Answer

Rash: Rashes are impossible to diagnosis without looking at them.  See your doctor for evaluation.

Question 7

i have 15 different spots on my body they start as a little red dot then get big and itch they are round/oval they are spreading to others?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: If this has been present for awhile, then see a dermatologist.  If it has been present for less than 10-14 days, try some topical Hydrocortisone cream 3 to 4 x daily and see if it helps.  A viral infection often causes transient rash.

Question 8

what are red round itchy spots on the skin?

Accepted Answer

Possibly hives: Skin allergies may be what you are describing.  If it does not resolve easily see a doctor for the diagnosis and treatment.  Eczema may also be what you are dealing with as well as psoriasis.

Question 9

what are these red scaly round spots on my skin?

Accepted Answer

Spots: Hard to tell without a picture.  Could be a fungal infection like ring worm, tinea corporis, or another type problem like eczema or psoriaris.

Question 10

i have red spots on my butt and they are circular and i dont know where theyve came from or why theyve dont even itch?

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis: Spots affecting the buttocks are quite common, and usually caused by a skin condition known as folliculitis . It occurs due to irritation, infection (by bacteria or fungus), or blockage of the hair follicles, and looks like a red, bumpy rash on the skin. An affected hair needs to be pulled out and needs to be examined and cultured and according to the infection you get either mupirocin or lotrimin

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Our15 month old baby has a recurring rash consisting of flat, round red or dark purple spots. there is usually between 3 - 10 spots. they fade after a couple of hours. 2 - 5 mm diameter.

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Spots on arms, pink and round, and on legs they are red and flat and round. not allergic to anything, no pets, biopsy was neg. what's causing them?

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Less than 1 centimeter red spot with white center on finger that isnt going away. slightly raised edges. perfectly round. not itchy?

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I noticed a round red spot on tongue. 1/3 of an inch, flat, seems like the skin is peeled off. it was fading but 2day i had oranges now it's red again?

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Can tiny flat pale red spot on face, only be a basal cell carcinoma? no bleed, no pit, at times some tiny flaky edges. are there other possibilities?

A member asked:

Flat round red spot about the size of pinkie tip appeared on lower leg yesterday. no bite marks, no pustule, no itch. feel sm lump under skin. age 63?

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I have 15 different spots on my body they start as a little red dot then get big and itch they are round/oval they are spreading to others?

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What are red round itchy spots on the skin?

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What are these red scaly round spots on my skin?

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I have red spots on my butt and they are circular and i dont know where theyve came from or why theyve dont even itch?

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