Body · Pattern guide
Raised itchy welts
Raised, itchy or burning patches can appear in different shapes and may be skin-coloured on brown or black skin. Guidance, not a diagnosis.
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Signs
raised itchy bumps or patchesdifferent shapes and sizeswelts that fade, move or changepossible trigger such as heat, pressure, infection, sting, food or medicine
What may help
Options
pharmacist or clinician confirmationdo not guess a medicine triggeravoid adding new skincare while the pattern is active
When to get help
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Get urgent clinical advice if the rash spreads, keeps returning, comes with fever or feeling unwell, or has swelling under the skin; spreading symptoms or deeper swelling needs same-day care. Lip, mouth, tongue or throat swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, blue, grey or pale colour, severe dizziness, confusion or fainting needs emergency care now.
Links checked 2026-07-26
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