Hi Richard and Alison,
Yes, I have redness on my chest and going up my neck. It turns white when I press down. I've had rsd 12 years and full body now. The redness varies as to areas, pretty much always red, purple, bluish color on bottom of feet and hands. And patch of redness come and go depending on stress and how I feel. Ali, I have the rashes too, very itchy . Clear lotion for poison ivy drys them up, takes a while. Being in the sun can bring them out on my back or chest, or being too hot or sweaty. A medicated powder feels good. Their are compounding pharmacists here in the u.s. that make up a gel or cream-ketamine, lidocaine, I forget a couple other ingredients, but I've already talked to my Dr. about it, especially for the burning pain in my feet. He says always you sunscreen before going out. Of course I live in Arizona, where it 85 degrees now and 110 in summer., but at least don't have to deal with rain, snow, and chilly weather.

Ali, do you have a kitty. Mine sleeps with me and likes to be in every room where I am. Her fur is so soft and she is so affectionate. She makes me smile.

Richard, have you been diagnosed with RSD. The redness showing up from time to time, to me, means a little flare. RSD affects the skin and circulation too. Some of my large red spots turn into a brownish raised mole. I'm going to see a skin Dr. My Dr. won't take them off, due to his insurance restrictions for rsd.

Take care, I take an anti-anxiety med to keep calm and reduced flares. Loretta