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How Should Itchy Eyes,, Fatigue, Muscle Cramps, And Rashes On The Face, Scalp, Neck And Shoulders After Recently Being Exposed To Mold Be Treated?

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Posted on Fri, 6 May 2022
Question: Hi- I have recently been exposed to Mold. I have itchy eyes. a rash on my face, scalp, neck and shoulders, fatigue and muscle cramps. Should I be concerned and see a doctor?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (59 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Allergy

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

It seems that you are experiencing an allergic reaction to mold, although it is unlikely to cause skin rash. I would recommend that you take an antihistaminic as cetirizine once daily before going to bed or an Avil shot if possible every other day for one week (total three shots) together with applying Benadryl cream on the rash.

If no improvement after one week then you should get a blood test for anti-lupus antibodies to exclude systemic lupus.
As for the muscle cramps, they could be due to dehydration so please make sure that you are adequately hydrated with at least eight cups of water daily. they also could be due to potassium, sodium or calcium deficiency so please get a blood test to check on their levels.

I hope you find this helpful.
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How Should Itchy Eyes,, Fatigue, Muscle Cramps, And Rashes On The Face, Scalp, Neck And Shoulders After Recently Being Exposed To Mold Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Allergy Detailed Answer: Hi, It seems that you are experiencing an allergic reaction to mold, although it is unlikely to cause skin rash. I would recommend that you take an antihistaminic as cetirizine once daily before going to bed or an Avil shot if possible every other day for one week (total three shots) together with applying Benadryl cream on the rash. If no improvement after one week then you should get a blood test for anti-lupus antibodies to exclude systemic lupus. As for the muscle cramps, they could be due to dehydration so please make sure that you are adequately hydrated with at least eight cups of water daily. they also could be due to potassium, sodium or calcium deficiency so please get a blood test to check on their levels. I hope you find this helpful.