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I Have A Rash That Itches Constantly That Started On
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Mon, 4 Feb 2019
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Question : I have a rash that itches constantly that started on left side of the back of my head several months ago. It spread to back of my neck and now spreading to right side. My abdomen itches and my left lower leg. I wake up at night many times to scratch.
I have a rash that itches constantly that started on left side of the back of my head several months ago. It spread to back of my neck and now spreading to right side. My abdomen itches and my left lower leg. I wake up at night many times to scratch.
Brief Answer:
Probably atopic dermatitis or eczema,kindly more details are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to eczema.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other details that I may need are:
What products do you use on your skin and have you changed them lately?
Have Benadryl been effective in relieving the symptoms?
Have your symptoms been continuous or occasional?
Meanwhile, I recommend using hydrocortisone cream for local application.
I also recommend to continue using Benadryl to relieve the itchiness.
I suggest you to use a gentle soap without perfumes and do cool showers for relief.
I will be waiting for your response for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Probably atopic dermatitis or eczema,kindly more details are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to eczema.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other details that I may need are:
What products do you use on your skin and have you changed them lately?
Have Benadryl been effective in relieving the symptoms?
Have your symptoms been continuous or occasional?
Meanwhile, I recommend using hydrocortisone cream for local application.
I also recommend to continue using Benadryl to relieve the itchiness.
I suggest you to use a gentle soap without perfumes and do cool showers for relief.
I will be waiting for your response for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Brief Answer:
Probably atopic dermatitis or eczema,kindly more details are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to eczema.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other details that I may need are:
What products do you use on your skin and have you changed them lately?
Have Benadryl been effective in relieving the symptoms?
Have your symptoms been continuous or occasional?
Meanwhile, I recommend using hydrocortisone cream for local application.
I also recommend to continue using Benadryl to relieve the itchiness.
I suggest you to use a gentle soap without perfumes and do cool showers for relief.
I will be waiting for your response for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Probably atopic dermatitis or eczema,kindly more details are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to eczema.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other details that I may need are:
What products do you use on your skin and have you changed them lately?
Have Benadryl been effective in relieving the symptoms?
Have your symptoms been continuous or occasional?
Meanwhile, I recommend using hydrocortisone cream for local application.
I also recommend to continue using Benadryl to relieve the itchiness.
I suggest you to use a gentle soap without perfumes and do cool showers for relief.
I will be waiting for your response for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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