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Have Itchy Scalp, Neck, Arm, Upper Back. Have Rashes, Bumps. Is Is Burning Also. Had Used Iodine Supplement. Treatment?

Hi, this morning, I started itching my scalp and then my neck, I then started itching my upper arm, my upper back, I have rashes and a lots of bumps and ridge looking bumps that just popped up about an hour ago, the itching hasn't stopped but getting more and now burning, I haven't changed soap or lotion or used new medication, I only started using iodine supplement 3 days ago, can you please help
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Hello,

Taking Iodine can worse rash caused by Dermatitis Herpetiformis.

Other than that Iodine is safe and doesn't cause any problem.

You may take antihistamines to control the itching and rash.

Consult a Dermatologist for further management.
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Have Itchy Scalp, Neck, Arm, Upper Back. Have Rashes, Bumps. Is Is Burning Also. Had Used Iodine Supplement. Treatment?

Hello, Taking Iodine can worse rash caused by Dermatitis Herpetiformis. Other than that Iodine is safe and doesn t cause any problem. You may take antihistamines to control the itching and rash. Consult a Dermatologist for further management.