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Last month i got sunburnt on the very top of my left thigh.now, a month later there are small itchy , red welts on it. what could it be?

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PMLE: This sounds like polymorphous light eruption, which is a reaction to intense sunlight. However, it usually breaks out within hours not weeks. You should consult dermatology for definitive diagnosis.

Answered 9/28/2016

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