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What Causes Itchy Red Spots On Legs, Thighs, Shoulders And Back?

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Posted on Wed, 22 Jun 2016
Question: A friend has these red spots on legs, thighs, shoulders and back. Has had allergy test but showed nothing significant. They itch constantly and he has had them for over 8 months. His family physician is baffled.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Could be psoariasis. Let him see a dermatologist!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about these spots. I have reviewed them on the attached image and all the information provided. This raises the suspicion of a possible psoariasis. I will suggest that she follows up with a dermatologist. This is clearly more than a family physician. A biopsy should be considered to establish the definitive diagnosis and treat accordingly.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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What Causes Itchy Red Spots On Legs, Thighs, Shoulders And Back?

Brief Answer: Could be psoariasis. Let him see a dermatologist! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about these spots. I have reviewed them on the attached image and all the information provided. This raises the suspicion of a possible psoariasis. I will suggest that she follows up with a dermatologist. This is clearly more than a family physician. A biopsy should be considered to establish the definitive diagnosis and treat accordingly. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.