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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rash On Head, Neck And Shoulders

Posted on Fri, 8 May 2015

Question: Extremely itchy rash on head, neck, spread to shoulders, around front to breasts (where it looks like sunburn). Had this for some time now, and no matter what I try, can't get rid of it.
It is truly driving me insane. Any ideas?

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would suggest you to get a dermatological opinion.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through the details and feel that you are suffering from some sort of dermatitis which is likely to have an allergic component. You are already getting the treatment you needed to be given. Instead of Benadryl, I would suggest taking cetirizine tablet (available over the counter) once at night for a few days. Also evaluate if it is due to contact with certain clothes, chemicals or certain things that the itchiness and rashes are appearing. Avoid use of soap. Check if your urine is high colored. I would suggest you to get a dermatological opinion.

Hope that helps.

Regards
Dr. Kunal Saha

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (14 hours later)

Thank you. I will try your suggestions and see what happens.

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Glad to be of service

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back.
Let me know if I can be of further help.
Regards
Dr Kunal Saha

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar