I have made an appointment with a dermatologist. Unfortunately, that appointment is in
August (Canada healthcare).
I'm going to attempt to diagnose and treat this myself somehow while I wait for my dermatologist appointment.
The photo below is of my rib cage area. The spots on my skin came on shortly after I took up indoor cycling last spring. They don't seem to be spreading, they are only on my chest and stomach, they don't itch or hurt, and they fade somewhat when I don't ride for a while.
I've switched to riding shirtless in a hurricane and I've been scrubbing my torso raw in the shower as soon as I get off of the bike. To no avail it seems. I'm also type 2 diabetic for what that's worth.
Anybody dealt with anything similar and willing to hazard a diagnosis and/or treatment option?
Have no fear, I'll not treat anyone's advice as being on par with that of a qualified medical professional.
Blotchy skin.