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My 15 yr old has a red splotchy rash on both arms, no where else. what could this be?
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Fifths disease: A red splotchy rash of the arms is usually accompanied by the same blotchy rash on the legs and a slapped face effect in children who have fifths disease . Since I have no picture i can only go by your description.
Answered 5/10/2013
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