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Suggest Remedy For Itchy Rashes On The Face And Body
Question: Hi, my son developed mild rashes on Thursay night and when we brought him to see a PD, he said its viral rashes and to take zrytec and apply efficort lipocream as he is not in pain and has no fever, just itchy.
Over the course of yesterday and today, more rashes seems have develop all over his face and body and the face seems more puffy today. Is this normal and how long does it take to recover?
Over the course of yesterday and today, more rashes seems have develop all over his face and body and the face seems more puffy today. Is this normal and how long does it take to recover?
Brief Answer:
Atopic dermatitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
It is atopic dermatitis an allergic condition.
The medication prescribed is good and will help your child recover.
Apply lot of coconut oil.
This will help in faster recovery.
This is normal and a common condition.
It might take 15 days for total recovery.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
Atopic dermatitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
It is atopic dermatitis an allergic condition.
The medication prescribed is good and will help your child recover.
Apply lot of coconut oil.
This will help in faster recovery.
This is normal and a common condition.
It might take 15 days for total recovery.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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