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Red, Itchy Bumps On Shoulders, Elbow, Arm. Not Caused By Clothes. Could It Be Food Allergy?

About a week ago, a cluster of red, itchy bumps appeared on my shoulders. I thought I might possibly be allergic to the sweaters I was wearing, or the chemicals on them, but after washing all of them, and not wearing them for a few days, another cluster appeared on my right arm near the crease of my elbow. The bumps are still on my shoulders and are more prominent on my left shoulder (always have been), and they are now on my right arm. I am concerned that this could be an allergic reaction to something I am eating, especially since my mother has food allergies, many of which did not appear until she was in college (as I am now).
Sat, 14 Dec 2013
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Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum.
May be due to .
1 Scabies , diagnosis can be confirmed by scratch test from skin.
2 Dermatitis , diagnosis can be confirmed by physical examination by a dermatologist .
3 Urticarial rash , diagnosis can be confirmed by blood examination for eiosinophils count .
In my opinion consult a dermatologist and get his opinion .
Good luck.
Dr. HET
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Red, Itchy Bumps On Shoulders, Elbow, Arm. Not Caused By Clothes. Could It Be Food Allergy?

Hello Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. May be due to . 1 Scabies , diagnosis can be confirmed by scratch test from skin. 2 Dermatitis , diagnosis can be confirmed by physical examination by a dermatologist . 3 Urticarial rash , diagnosis can be confirmed by blood examination for eiosinophils count . In my opinion consult a dermatologist and get his opinion . Good luck. Dr. HET