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What Are Red, Bite Like Marks On Upper Arm Suggestive Of?

Hello, I awoke this morning with what looks like red bite marks on my right upper arm; it looks like mosquito or nat bites, but I am not sure. As the day progressed, the red marks began to itch and are bigger now. I do not believe I was bitten during my sleep and my fear is that it might be measles or the shingles virus. I have never had shingles. I did have the chicken pox virus when I was 16. I am now 45. I don t have any other red marks except on my right upper arm. I feel fine and I have no other symptoms. What should I do and do I need to be concerned? I have attached a picture. Please advise and Thank you so much for your time.
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Hello,

It may be due to allergic reaction.

For that you can apply hydrocortisone ointment locally.

For itching you can take tablet loratidine.

Avoid sweating.

Maintain proper hygiene.

Watch for symptoms rashes, severe itching, breathing problem...

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr Shyam kale
Family and general physician
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What Are Red, Bite Like Marks On Upper Arm Suggestive Of?

Hello, It may be due to allergic reaction. For that you can apply hydrocortisone ointment locally. For itching you can take tablet loratidine. Avoid sweating. Maintain proper hygiene. Watch for symptoms rashes, severe itching, breathing problem... Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shyam kale Family and general physician