A member asked:

I have eczema and if i scratch in the same place my skin has like a raised line where i have been scratching (easier way to describe it looks like a string under my skin) but i am not sure why?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Sounds like you have dermographism -- stroking the skin causes urticaria (hives), an allergic-like reaction. Google for more information: below is a website with photos. Discuss with your GP; or dermatologist if you already have one for your eczema. https://dermnetnz.org/topics/dermographism-images/

Answered 5/27/2021

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