A related discussion,
spots was started.
Dr. After surfing the web a bit more I came upon uriticaria pigmentosa and am wondering if it is possible that this is what these spots are. They become inflamed when rubbed or exposed to heat, i.e. a hot bath or hot tub. Could this be what I have? I am planning on going to the doc but can't get an appointment for a few weeks.
Urticaria pigmentosa starts in childhood, for the most part. If your doctor considers this, he or she may recommend a skin biopsy. Nothing urgent, in any case.
Dr. Rockoff
I'm afraid your description doesn't ring any bells. They don't sound particularly HIV-ish either. When it comes to spots, you can't diagnose 'em till you see 'em. Please show them to a skin doctor, so you can find out what they are and probably ignore them and not worry.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff