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Sting like sensations on skin, what is this?

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Maybe nerves: Shingles is a virus on the dermatones of the skin. It can also be anxiety which is more common in your age group. Otherwise bug bites. If you have a rash see your doctor for treatment.

Dr Arnold agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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