A 37-year-old female asked:
Spots of dry skin on forearms...itchy...i scratched them..and now they are red welts?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. John Chiuanswered
Allergy and Immunology 58 years experience
Dermatographism: When the skin welts up after scratching, it is call dermatographism. Antihistamine often helps control this condition. Sometimes dry skin can cause it as well and you may try applying a moisturizer to the area especially right after bathing to see if this helps.
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Why does my skin get red and itchy when it's hot?. I don't have dry skin.
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Dr. Michael Tomeoanswered
Dermatology 39 years experience
Hives : Some individuals have what is referred to as cholinergic urticaria --- hives brought on my heat. The increased temperature can cause a release of histamine , resulting in itching , redness and swellings (hives).
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Last updated Oct 3, 2017
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