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I have red dry patches on my back and my upper part of my arm?
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Several choices: It is difficult to know for sure what is causing your rash without actually seeing it first--it could be eczema, contact dermatitis, irritant dermatitis, or something else. I would recommend having your primary care doc take a look at the rash.
Answered 2/28/2013
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