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Old 05-20-2009, 07:45 PM   #27
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Originally Posted by alltherage View Post
I have kind of a re-occurring skin deal on my right arm... it's usually from heat. I don't think it's psoriosis, but I don't know. It only started last year when I was in Orlando... it's minor and only comes back every few weeks but it drives me nuts. It's super itchy little red bumps that afflict my inner elbow. Anyone know what this is? It isn't dry or flaky. It's more like a rash... but why does it come back when I'm hot, aka in hot weather, playing sports... basically when I sweat?
Doesnt sound like psoriasis, though thats a visual diagnosis. Sounds like it could be exercise induced urticaria. Try taking some anti-histamines before hot exercise, and see if that prevents it. If so, you've got your answer.
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