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Itchy red spots and hives on the body
There has been a sudden outbreak of red itchy spots almost all over my body which includes my arms, thighs and torso. I do not recall being bitten by any insects except mosquitoes. The itching seems to be spreading slowly. The itching and spots seem to be subsided in the morning but flare up soon after and become bright red by night. Some of the spots have turned into hives which have a dry, crusty skin but there has been no difference in the itchiness.
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You are suffering from what Dermatologist call urticaria. Common causes are food allergy, infection or drugs taken for some condition. It presents with itching resulting in formation of red rashes which we call hives or wheals. Although in most cases cause remains unknown in spite of a thorough search. It can be symptomatically treated with medicines so that you do not get any new hives. The treatment should be prolonged until it resolves which usually takes 1 to 6 months. Please call me or contact me through online consult option for further details and treatment.
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