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Red skin is a symptom in which part or all of a person's skin is redder than normal. Redness is usually caused by increased blood (red colored) in the reddened area. Increased blood flow can be due to allergies, inflammation, infection, hormonal changes, nerve problems, drug side effects, etc.

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35 year experience in Pediatrics

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Common

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Skin

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Lovastatin and niacin
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