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Red Bumps With Dark Centers On Hands. Sore To Touch. Red Blotches On Arms, Legs. Suspecting Scabies. Suggestions?
I have small red bumps on my hands which when they fade appear to have black/ dark centers. they are not itchy but sore to touch when they first appear. I also have larger red dry blothes apperaing on my arms and upper legs. I first noticed a patch like this on my torso.... I went o my gp today who mentioned a viral infection or possibly scabies , Please help!
Wed, 3 Apr 2013
Hi, thanks for posting your query
It does not seem to be scabies because it is associated with itching typically more at night and the bumps do not fade leaving black spots .
It may be Pityriasis rosea which is considered to be of viral etiology
But it could be even an eczematous or allergic condition.
You may visit a dermatologist for examination and appropriate diagnoisis and treatment .
Hope this helps you
It does not seem to be scabies because it is associated with itching typically more at night and the bumps do not fade leaving black spots .
It may be Pityriasis rosea which is considered to be of viral etiology
But it could be even an eczematous or allergic condition.
You may visit a dermatologist for examination and appropriate diagnoisis and treatment .
Hope this helps you
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