I would like to know the skin condition (the medical name for it) where it is almost over sensitive, so that when you scratch it even gently a red mark appears? I think somebody I know may have it. She can "write" words on her arms by using her nails and it takes ages to clear.
Skin condition where you can "write" on it?
Dermagraphia.
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Reply:This is actually very common with people with fair skin. It's not a disorder, it's just that they have sensitive and light skin. I have brown skin and can still write on it. It's just harder to see. Think of it like when you have a sun burn and when you put your finger on your skin it's white. Same mechanism, just opposite.
Reply:the same thing happens with me. its just sensitive skin.
Reply:It is called dermatographia or dermatographism. It affects about 2% of the population. They have an exaggerated response to skin scraping. A histamine or allergic response is produced to minimal stimulus. It is annoying but basically harmless.
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