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Reddish Skin On The Face And Arms. Worse On Exposure To Sun. On Steroid. Due To Mold Exposure?

2 years ago we had a massive flood from our washer, homeowners insurance didn't replace all things that were water damaged, contractors lied about doing a mold remediation. In the last 2 months or so my skin on my arms, face and head turns red and burns. The hotter I get or by being in the sun makes it worse. Doctors not sure what it is and recently put me on a steriod which doesn't seem to be helping. Not sure if it is a reaction to our enviornment, meds I take, stress or what. Any suggestions?
posted on Tue, 28 May 2013
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Have you been seen by a Dermatologist?This could be a form of Solar dermatitis due to exposure to the sun,chronic fungal skin infections on the exposed sweaty areas,allergy to the medications you are already taking or miliria or heat rash.You need to see your PCP/doctor who can examine you and treat you.It may help if the steroid could be stopped for some time.
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Reddish Skin On The Face And Arms. Worse On Exposure To Sun. On Steroid. Due To Mold Exposure?

Have you been seen by a Dermatologist?This could be a form of Solar dermatitis due to exposure to the sun,chronic fungal skin infections on the exposed sweaty areas,allergy to the medications you are already taking or miliria or heat rash.You need to see your PCP/doctor who can examine you and treat you.It may help if the steroid could be stopped for some time.