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How Can Itchy Rashes On The Body Be Treated?
I was told by my dermatologist to take two Methotrexate yesterday,and then use folic acid,on the days I am not using the Methotrexate. He wants a blood sample this Wednesday,and if all checks out,I will Begin using methotrexate,once a week,and using the folic acid six days a week.This was all started Because of a skin rash that itches like crazy! I was getting great results from prednisone 10mg tablets,but I can t take those forever....wish I could....they work like majic! Does all this sound right to You?..thanks....Vince
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Thu, 22 Feb 2018
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Hello,
It is probably an allergic reaction.
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Take oral antihistamines daily.
-Use calamine lotion for local relief.
-If you do not get better take prescribed corticosteroids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
It is probably an allergic reaction.
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Take oral antihistamines daily.
-Use calamine lotion for local relief.
-If you do not get better take prescribed corticosteroids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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