Dermatographia is a skin condition where a little scratching over the skin causes an elevated and inflamed line over the areas being scratched. However, it is not such a dangerous condition and is common too. It does not require any treatment but can be treated with mild antihistamines.
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I have symptoms after sex but was tested negative for HIV. Help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old male. I had protected sex two years ago, and I am having a skin rash called dermatographia, which is growing. I got that weeks after my exposure. Then six months later, I had joint pain, and I took an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) test which was negative. Nine m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You had tested a lot of times for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), and all tests were negative. Joint pain may be due to other causes, such as raised uric acid and HSV (herpes simplex virus) infection. Consult an orthopedician and dermatologist. Till then, take a ... Read Full »
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