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Pimple Like Rash On Side Of Body And Arm. Changed Deodorant, Burning Sensation. Treatment?
I have a pimple like rash on side of my body and inner arm of both sides. I changed deodorant from dry stick to gel stick about 4 weeks ago. I did notice that on two occasions it had a burning sensation when applying the deodorant. Also about 1 week ago my cat dug its claws into my shoulder. My research online points to either cat scratch fever or allergic reaction to the new deodorant. I haven't used any deodorant in 2 days I have been keeping the area clean and dry and have been using Benadryl topical cream 2 times daily. It seems to be slowly healing. I just want to be assured of what it could be. I have never had anything like this before, never had body acne. Could it also be from an STI? What medication should I use? It has been present for 5 days now and slowly healing.
Tue, 23 Jul 2013
hi,
the condition that you are describing is most probably allergic contact dermatitis. the fact that it started after the application of gel stick , and burning sensation following the application on oth the occasions points to allergic reaction to the deodrant stick. my advice would be stop any cosmetic application oover there. you can continue benadryl cream twice a day. in addition you can also apply mild steroid cream twice a day for 4-5 days. it should heal within 4-5 days. and never use that gel stick again.
the condition that you are describing is most probably allergic contact dermatitis. the fact that it started after the application of gel stick , and burning sensation following the application on oth the occasions points to allergic reaction to the deodrant stick. my advice would be stop any cosmetic application oover there. you can continue benadryl cream twice a day. in addition you can also apply mild steroid cream twice a day for 4-5 days. it should heal within 4-5 days. and never use that gel stick again.
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it can be cat reaction or deodrant allergy
it may take 3 week to cover
you should take antibiotic to counter any infection
take analgesic sos for fever or pain
add anti allergic to decrease allergy
apply antibiotic mixed with antiallergic ointment on area
consult with the doctor tofind if you need antirabies vaccine
itmay take 2-3 wk to heal
it may take 3 week to cover
you should take antibiotic to counter any infection
take analgesic sos for fever or pain
add anti allergic to decrease allergy
apply antibiotic mixed with antiallergic ointment on area
consult with the doctor tofind if you need antirabies vaccine
itmay take 2-3 wk to heal
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