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Is Hydrocortisone Advisable For Mold Allergic Rashes On The Calves?

I believe that I have been around black mold. Both at work and home, plus I have a lot of stress. Currently my calves are covered in red swollen rash/bites. Plus the bumps have a lot of heat to them. And I keep running a high fever, due to the infection from the mold. With the heat in the rash can I use hydrocortisone cream?
posted on Sat, 18 Mar 2017
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Hello,

The red swollen rash on your calves is a sign of allergic reaction to mold.
You are already getting treated for mold infection. Please follow your doctor's advice rigorously.

Yes, you can apply hydrocortisone cream on the heat rash. Keep well cleaned the affected area.
Raise your legs. Apply cold compresses locally.

If no improvement, should consult with dermatologist to rule out possible infection.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Is Hydrocortisone Advisable For Mold Allergic Rashes On The Calves?

Hello, The red swollen rash on your calves is a sign of allergic reaction to mold. You are already getting treated for mold infection. Please follow your doctor s advice rigorously. Yes, you can apply hydrocortisone cream on the heat rash. Keep well cleaned the affected area. Raise your legs. Apply cold compresses locally. If no improvement, should consult with dermatologist to rule out possible infection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.