A 18-year-old female asked:
i just got red, itchy bumps on my upper left arm out of nowhere. what could have caused this?
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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered
51 years experience General Practice
Contact allergic: dermatitis . Over the counter steroid ointment and antihistaminics can help.
Answered on Aug 20, 2017
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Dr. Ew Christensen answered
28 years experience Family Medicine
?Hives: Sounds like you may have hives which would be an allergic reaction. You can try taking some Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and see if that helps. If the rash persists, spreads, or you develop fever, make sure you get in to see you physician. Good Luck!
Answered on Jul 30, 2017
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Dr. (Liz)Phuong Tran answered
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Dermatitis: You may have contact dermatitis or fungal dermatitis.It is best to see doctor so you can get some cream for it.
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