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What Is The Treatment For A Body Rash?
For over two months I have been suffering from a body rash excluding hands, feet, neck, and face: and keeps reoccurring after two short and two long term prednisone therapies. Is there any other recourse for my doctor and me such as a long term low dose prednisone therapy?
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Wed, 16 Apr 2014
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Hello,
Body rash over two months is a clear indication of infection (fungal, bacterial, parasitic, viral), allergy or exposure to some irritant that your body is sensitive to.
Other factors causing rash are Psoriasis, hives, contact/seborrheic dermatitis. You are suggested to visit a dermatologist & get physically examined.
In the meantime avoid sharing your toiletries. Use corticosteroid creams or aloe vera based creams to apply locally. Oral corticosteroids are effective. Take vitamin D supplements or vitamin D rich food.
Antihistamines, antibiotics & anti-inflammatory medications are effective. Apply cool-wet compress & do not take any food that triggers the symptoms.
Avoid sex while you are being treated & stay away from addictions if any. Take regular showers. Always apply a medicated moisturizer or corticosteroid based cream after bath. Do not leave the skin dry.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
Body rash over two months is a clear indication of infection (fungal, bacterial, parasitic, viral), allergy or exposure to some irritant that your body is sensitive to.
Other factors causing rash are Psoriasis, hives, contact/seborrheic dermatitis. You are suggested to visit a dermatologist & get physically examined.
In the meantime avoid sharing your toiletries. Use corticosteroid creams or aloe vera based creams to apply locally. Oral corticosteroids are effective. Take vitamin D supplements or vitamin D rich food.
Antihistamines, antibiotics & anti-inflammatory medications are effective. Apply cool-wet compress & do not take any food that triggers the symptoms.
Avoid sex while you are being treated & stay away from addictions if any. Take regular showers. Always apply a medicated moisturizer or corticosteroid based cream after bath. Do not leave the skin dry.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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