tiny non itchy red bumps

[lovelyvoice]

i have tiny red bumps all along my forearms and has grown from this morning. The day before i had been walking on a path in the woods. I also work at a place that is really hot and i sweat alot. I have no idea what it is please help.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
For the itchy bumps, take antihistaminics like Benadryl(causes drowsiness) and Claritin and apply some calamine lotion on the rashes as it helps in soothing the skin.You can also apply mild steroid cream on the rash.If the symptoms persists then oral steroids may be needed which are available on prescription.Pls consult a dermatologist for that.

I hope that helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.

[lovelyvoice]

it is actually worse now. it has spread to my upper arms and stomach. is there anything i can take to make it better or go away

[Dr J Singh]

Hello,
It is very difficult confirming the diagnosis without examination but it can be due to heat rashes,sweat dermatitis, contact dermatitis, allergies or folliculitis.

Avoid using any lotions and creams for the meantime.Use a mild cleanser with moisturizing properties like Cetaphil. Also use cotton clothes and change the clothes twice if there is any increased sweating. Try keeping the skin free of sweat as far as possible. If the symptoms still persist then you can apply mild steroid like dermacort.In case of itching,pls take antihistaminics like Benadryl or Claritin.

If the symptoms persist then consultation of a dermatologist will be the best.
I hope that helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.