do you know what it could be?

[brandy59]

I think I am allergic to the sun. Every summer when I am exposed to sun I get sores on my skin. They start as a little bump and later turn into a sore and scab over. They itch and somewhat hurt. They seem to take up to 2 months to go away just slowly getting smaller until gone. Sometimes not all the time I guess more times than not they leave a scar on my skin where the sore was at. I did have a biopsy done but no results yet and I am getting very worried. What do you think this could be? Thank you very much for your time.


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[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Though nothing can be said with surety without having a look at the lesions -
What you describe could be sweat dermatitis or heat rash or eczema.

You should use calamine lotion to help soothe the lesions and use a medicated sunscreen whenever you go out. Try to maintain a healthy diet schedule and good personal hygiene.

You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat.

If the symptoms are still persistent, consult your dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.

Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.

Good luck.