Suggest Remedy For Rashes On Chest

Posted on Sun, 8 Nov 2015

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Sun, 8 Nov 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have a rash on my chest up my neck and the lower part of my face. I've had it for a few days. Have tried cortisone 10 but it is still itch red and sore.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Urticarial rash

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

It appears to be an urticarial rash. Oral anti histamines like hydroxyzine or cetirizine can be safely taken in the presence of cardiac conditions and chronic bronchitis. If the rash is severe then a steroid injection e.g dexamethasone may also be administered in the ER in consultation with your doctor. Topical treatment alone wont work.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar