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Is Itching All Over The Body A Possible Consequence Of Taking Prednisone?
Hello. Last week I was given prednisone to get rid of a poison ivy and another unknowns rash I took 3 the first 2 days, 2 the 3rd and 4th days and 1 the 5th and 6th days On the last day I developed what I believe are hives all over my upper body and the itch is uncontrollable!!!I ve taken Benedryl, tried essential oils, cold showers And no relieve please help
Thu, 26 May 2016
Hello,
Thanks for asking a question at Health care magic
I will be glad to answer your question.
This can be due to the symptoms, I can call late symptoms of poison ivy.
You need to restart on prednisone tablet and taper it to stop for a week.
Hope this helps
Best Regards
Dr Chaithanya
Thanks for asking a question at Health care magic
I will be glad to answer your question.
This can be due to the symptoms, I can call late symptoms of poison ivy.
You need to restart on prednisone tablet and taper it to stop for a week.
Hope this helps
Best Regards
Dr Chaithanya
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