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After scratching my skin i get welts and my skin becomes really hot and it hurst a little?
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Dermatographia: Some people have really sensitive skin. If you scratch your skin, you will get a raised rash on the affected skin. There is nothing to do about this, aside from taking benadryl (diphenhydramine). Try writing words on your skin with your fingernails. If it works, you have sealed the diagnosis. Hope this helps!
Answered 9/20/2016
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