Rash that doesn't itch and never goes away.

[luzenit]

I have had a rash on the right side of my upper chest and down my right arm for many years that does not hurt, itch, or leave.  It consists of little red dots that are surounded by a pale circle(the ones on my chest are just red), I have noticed that when I get hot they get brighter. I have asked many doctors, with no answers, but can't afford a dermatologist.
S.D. Indiana

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
One possibility for your symptoms is granuloma annulare. Granuloma annulare is a chronic disease consisting of a rash with reddish bumps arranged in a circle or ring. Usually it is asymptomatic but due to cosmetic disfigurement topical or oral steroids may be needed. Please discuss this with your dermatologist.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[nissadawn]

Look up the condition Keratosis Pilaris and see if that fits in with what you are experiencing? Alot of people have it without ever realizing that they do.