Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes All Over The Body

Hello,
I recently have had some sort of allergic reaction to something. I have an itchy rash all over the back of my neck, my entire back, hips, in between breasts, on my ankles, shins and one of my arms. The initial breakout happened on Nov. 10 and got extremely bad on Nov. 12 & 13 with itchiness that caused me to scratch until I had broken the skin. I still have the bumps and the itch. I have been referred to a dermatologist but I can't get in for a month. Please help. Thanks.
posted on Fri, 4 Dec 2015
Twitter Thu, 17 Dec 2015 Answered on
Twitter Thu, 17 Dec 2015 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..

As per your complain sudden appearance of itchy rashes all over the body can be probably due allergic reaction to some unknown allergen while other cause can e Scabies that is a tick infestation infection..
In case if you are unable to consult a Dermatologist I would suggest you to consult an Allergist or an Infectious medicine specialist and get evaluated and he can do a thorough clinical evaluation and also necessary investigations as per the suspected cause and treatment can be planned accordingly..
As of now you can take anti allergics like Allegra or benadryl and apply a steroid ointment over the bumps..
Cool compresses or cold water bath can also be relieving..
In case if scabies is diagnosed the physician can advise you anti-mite or mite killer drugs like Permethrin and Lindane lotion..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
I find this answer helpful

 1 user finds this helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes All Over The Body

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.. As per your complain sudden appearance of itchy rashes all over the body can be probably due allergic reaction to some unknown allergen while other cause can e Scabies that is a tick infestation infection.. In case if you are unable to consult a Dermatologist I would suggest you to consult an Allergist or an Infectious medicine specialist and get evaluated and he can do a thorough clinical evaluation and also necessary investigations as per the suspected cause and treatment can be planned accordingly.. As of now you can take anti allergics like Allegra or benadryl and apply a steroid ointment over the bumps.. Cool compresses or cold water bath can also be relieving.. In case if scabies is diagnosed the physician can advise you anti-mite or mite killer drugs like Permethrin and Lindane lotion.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.