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My husband has a bilateral forearm rash that looks much like hives. it has been present now for over a month. it does not itch, skin is dry. ideas?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

See a doctor: Those non itchy skin rashes can be a lot of things depending on how old your husband is. Risk for malignancy is higher in older individuals. Since it has been there for several months, it is a good idea to come see a dermatologist to get a correct diagnosis and rule out malignancies.

Answered 7/6/2013

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A member asked:

My husband has a bilateral forearm rash that looks much like hives. it has been present now for over a month. it does not itch, skin is dry. ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

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