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What Causes Itchy Bumps On The Forearm?

I started the lantus solar pen a month ago I started getting pale red circle about the size of dimes nickles and quarters on the inside of my forearms and little bumps to and I am itchy allover I also started lipitor at the same time could this be a reaction to one of the
Thu, 23 Aug 2018
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Hello,

It can be an allergic reaction to solar pen.
As of now you can apply soft steroids like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. You can also take antihistamines like pheneramine for itching. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes Itchy Bumps On The Forearm?

Hello, It can be an allergic reaction to solar pen. As of now you can apply soft steroids like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. You can also take antihistamines like pheneramine for itching. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.