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Based on your description of redness and small dots on your arms, this could potentially be guttate psoriasis, which causes small red or dark-colored spots on the skin. However, only a qualified healthcare provider can make an accurate diagnosis by examining your skin in person. Guttate psoriasis accounts for about 8% of Show Full Answer

Based on your description of redness and small dots on your arms, this could potentially be guttate psoriasis, which causes small red or dark-colored spots on the skin. However, only a qualified healthcare provider can make an accurate diagnosis by examining your skin in person. Guttate psoriasis accounts for about 8% of psoriasis cases and typically appears as teardrop-shaped red or purple dots on the limbs, torso, and stomach. If over-the-counter creams aren't helping, it's important to see a dermatologist who can properly diagnose your condition and recommend appropriate treatment options. Remember that psoriasis can look different depending on skin tone - patches may appear red or pink on lighter skin, while on darker skin they often look purple with gray or dark brown scales. The affected areas may also be itchy, burning, or dry enough to crack and bleed.

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