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What Causes Skin Rashes?

Hi. I have a rash that started on the tops of my legs but has spread to the tops of my arms, belly and neck. It looks a bit like a heat rash, very raised and itchy, spreading fast. The only thing I can think of changing is that I went out for an italian on Friday night, could I be allergic to something from there?
Mon, 23 Feb 2015
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Hi,

You have itchy rash on whole body. The lesions may be elevated and discrete. I think probably you have lichen urticatus.... also known as papular urticaria. It is an hypersensitive skin reaction to insect bite....

You consult dermatologist for right diagnosis and perfect treatment.

Antihistaminics like levocetirizine and steroids in tappering dose might improve the disease. Apply mild steroid cream on the lesions. You may be alright after few weeks.

I hope you got my answer.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD
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What Causes Skin Rashes?

Hi, You have itchy rash on whole body. The lesions may be elevated and discrete. I think probably you have lichen urticatus.... also known as papular urticaria. It is an hypersensitive skin reaction to insect bite.... You consult dermatologist for right diagnosis and perfect treatment. Antihistaminics like levocetirizine and steroids in tappering dose might improve the disease. Apply mild steroid cream on the lesions. You may be alright after few weeks. I hope you got my answer. Thanks. Dr.Ilyas Patel MD