I've been having this weird sensation where it feels like ants are biting me all over my body, especially when I start working out or if I'm standing in the sunlight. My skin starts releasing this white, hair-thin substance from the pores, turns reddish, and it's almost unbearable for me to be in the sun or exercise in the winter. Any ideas on what might be causing this?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

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visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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Consult a Dermatologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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