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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes On The Body
Question: I have what appears to be a rash that is in a straight line, wont heal (5 days) and appears to be growing in blotches...and itches
Brief Answer:
Following information is required...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have noted the rash in the photo you provided.
I need to have further details:
- do you have animals at home?
- or do you remember to been scratched by an animal ( home? street?)
Because the rash seems to be that it has been scratched by something: animal? object? working outdoors?
What medications have you tried so far?
For the moment, I can only advise to:
- apply anti-hystaminic medication locally once daily; other times during the day where no medication is applied, can apply cold compresses
- take OTC anti-hystamine drug orally
- try not to scratch although it is itchy
- keep a good local hygiene
Dr.Albana
Following information is required...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have noted the rash in the photo you provided.
I need to have further details:
- do you have animals at home?
- or do you remember to been scratched by an animal ( home? street?)
Because the rash seems to be that it has been scratched by something: animal? object? working outdoors?
What medications have you tried so far?
For the moment, I can only advise to:
- apply anti-hystaminic medication locally once daily; other times during the day where no medication is applied, can apply cold compresses
- take OTC anti-hystamine drug orally
- try not to scratch although it is itchy
- keep a good local hygiene
Dr.Albana
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