I Have A Red Widespread Bumpy Itchy Rash . It

Posted on Mon, 27 May 2019

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Question : I have a red widespread bumpy itchy rash. It has not responded for any length of time to prednisone, cortisone shot, antihistsomine, or any anti itch creams or ointment. Ice seems to help, but all is temporary. We thought it started as itchy hives, but gets blistery in spots as well and has been going on for about 12 weeks. I have been to 2 dermatolgists

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A total blood count and platelets are needed.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.

I would prefer to see a photo of the rash and blistering bumps that you are having.
I also want recommend you to do a total blood count and platelets count also IgE.
Also liver chemistry needs to be done.
There are several reasons for it. It can be even with allergic origin or infectious origin.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng