Rash/ burn from Apple Watch 6

why is this occurring. New to Apple watches. Worn it for 7 weeks with no problem from actual watch until 2-3 days ago. When I took it off red mark area of watch & can make out the sensors in back of watch.

used ECG app for first time. is it related to O2 sensors or health app? Not itchy like most rashes. Burning sensation. Not had problem with any Jewellery,

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Posted on Jan 29, 2021 8:42 AM

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Jan 29, 2021 8:45 AM in response to EBSarah

Some folks could be allergic to  Watch materials or overly sensitive to the LEDs in the sensor.


Consult a dermatologist.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 11.1; Watch, series 5 GPS/cellular, watchOS 7.2; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 14.3; iPad Air 2, iPadOS 14.3; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 14.3; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 14.3  HomePods, audioOS 14.3 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

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Rash/ burn from Apple Watch 6

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