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Strange red spots on back, usually in cluster

by enz660, May 12, 2008 12:11PM
No idea what this is or the cause of it really, Hopefully someone can explain it. It was not there a few years ago, possibly comes with puberty? I have added an image to show this problem.
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by BhumikaMD, May 13, 2008 06:06AM
Hi,

This could be acne, pimples, dermatitis, eczema or sweat rash.

Apply calamine lotion at the sites and take oral antihistamine medications in case of itching.

Nothing can be said with surety without having a look at the lesions and a clinical examination.

Do you have any other associated symptoms?

You should keep the areas clean and maintain good personal hygiene.

Let us know about what your doctor advises and post us about any other doubts that you might have.

Regards.

by enz660, May 14, 2008 12:13AM
Would scrubbing this area a lot remove them? Its tough to wash your back well sometimes :D

by BhumikaMD, May 14, 2008 12:10PM
Hi,

It would not be advisable to scrub the area vigorously as it might cause secondary superadded infection.

Apply calamine lotion at the sites.

Just wash the back properly and maintain good personal hygiene.

Let us know about what your doctor advises and post us about any other doubts that you might have.

Regards.

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