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What Causes Itchy Spots On The Arm?

I have a lot of freckles and have always had sensitive skin. I have recently (in the last 2 months or so) developed an itch that seems to be focused in the area of 3 freckle sized marks on my left arm that kind Of look like tiny burn marks or scars. I am 35 years old and have had extremely itchy spots on my other arm that lasted around a year but no longer bothers me at all. Should I see a dermatologist?
Mon, 22 May 2017
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Hi.
As per your case history you may be having polymorphic light eruption as it is more common in people with sensitive skin (having freckles).
My treatment advice is -
1. Avoid sun exposure. Use a good sunscreen lotion.
2. Apply a mild steroid cream like flutivate cream twice daily.
3. You can take antihistamine tablet like levocetrizine for itching.

If complain remains after 15 days, then consult a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr.harshit bhachech
MBBS, DDVL.
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What Causes Itchy Spots On The Arm?

Hi. As per your case history you may be having polymorphic light eruption as it is more common in people with sensitive skin (having freckles). My treatment advice is - 1. Avoid sun exposure. Use a good sunscreen lotion. 2. Apply a mild steroid cream like flutivate cream twice daily. 3. You can take antihistamine tablet like levocetrizine for itching. If complain remains after 15 days, then consult a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr.harshit bhachech MBBS, DDVL.