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How To Get Rid Of Rashes All Over The Body? Biopsy Done, Steroids Only Calming It Down

I have a rash all over my body. Biopsies say differential diagnosis includes pityriasis lichen oxides spectrum disorder cells were necrotic keratinocytes
It's not going away
Went to allergist. Not allergy
Is there something my doctor can give me to get rid of this
Cream and steroid were tried but cream is doing nothing. Steroids calmed it but when done it can back worst
Mon, 23 Dec 2013
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Dermatologist 's  Response

Hello,

I can understand your concern for sudden occurrence of rashes all over the body.

Rashes are quite common condition caused by bursting of allergy producing cells known as "mast cells" due to certain aggravating factors present in the environment. As the chemical inside them is released it produces a rash which you have mentioned.

There can be multiple factors producing this condition which are included in day to day life and some times it is really difficult to find one exact cause. In your case you are correlating it with exercises, hot climate,spicy food. So it is better to stay away from the offending factors.

The long term effective treatment for this is by oral anti histamine like loratadine under medical advise. It is one of the drug which is not having any side effects and can be taken for long term usage. Do not scratch or rub the skin as it can lead to further aggravation.

Take care.
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How To Get Rid Of Rashes All Over The Body? Biopsy Done, Steroids Only Calming It Down

Hello, I can understand your concern for sudden occurrence of rashes all over the body. Rashes are quite common condition caused by bursting of allergy producing cells known as mast cells due to certain aggravating factors present in the environment. As the chemical inside them is released it produces a rash which you have mentioned. There can be multiple factors producing this condition which are included in day to day life and some times it is really difficult to find one exact cause. In your case you are correlating it with exercises, hot climate,spicy food. So it is better to stay away from the offending factors. The long term effective treatment for this is by oral anti histamine like loratadine under medical advise. It is one of the drug which is not having any side effects and can be taken for long term usage. Do not scratch or rub the skin as it can lead to further aggravation. Take care.