During a routine afternoon drive in Colorado turned unexpectedly unsettling for one woman when she felt a sudden, intense burning sensation in her fingers. By the time she glanced down, she was shocked to see letters seemingly forming on her skin. A phenomenon that freaked her out, but she could not explain.
The Colorado woman documented the strange occurrence on @the.otlatina’s TikTok, showing raised letters on her finger. Unlike a simple scratch or imprint, the letters appeared to rise from her skin itself, capturing the attention of thousands online.
Observers debated the message. Some read “K-E-L-P,” while others thought it spelled “HELP,” “REJE,” or “RELP.” Regardless of interpretation, the markings were undeniably real. However, their sudden appearance left the woman and her viewers questioning what had just happened.
She explained that her hand hadn’t been resting on any object before the burning started. She was simply gripping her steering wheel when the sensation hit, making the appearance of the letters all the more baffling. Of course, her followers offered all types of advice and explanations ranging from the supernatural to the comical, and finally, the obvious social media medical expertise.
“Girl get some holy water and pray the st Michael prayer,” one spooked follower suggests.
“I read ‘Relp’ and assumed Shaggy and Scooby needed you,” another jokes.
“Def brujeria,” one more states.
“That was witchcraft crazy, you actually got it on pictures,” another adds.
Possible Medical Explanation
Although the incident is eerie, according to WGTC reports, medical experts suggest a condition called dermatographia could be responsible. Dermatographia causes skin to become raised or inflamed after minor contact, pressure, or irritation, often triggered by stress, infection, or medications. While unsettling to witness, the condition is generally harmless and temporary.
Even with a plausible explanation, seeing symbols emerge from one’s skin is undeniably alarming and can make anyone pause and reconsider what’s happening in their own body.
Whether this was an unusual medical reaction or something else entirely, the Colorado woman’s experience is a cautionary tale. Unusual sensations and markings on your body deserve attention. Documenting them and consulting a professional can help provide answers and peace of mind. Especially when the ordinary suddenly becomes extraordinary.
Sabrina Russell 
Kendra Quinn 
