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Suggest Remedies For Itchy Rashes On The Face And Lips

I have a painful, itching rash on my face, lips, hands, arms, and back. I have been to dermatoligists and allergist with no answers. I did use a prescribed lip salve (Desonide Ointment) and it seemed to make the rash worse, especially on my face. I quit using this 11 days ago but have not seen any improvement. My doctor said I am anemic and gave me a B12 shot @ 3 weeks ago. I have been Anemic for several months. Any suggestions?
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Hi,

It seems that probably you may be having Prurigo simplex due to nutritional deficiencies. Get blood tests to know the blood levels of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and iron. Take vitamins and minerals daily.

Take antihistaminics like Cetirizine daily at night. Take oral steroids like Methyl Pednesolone thrice a day for a week and then to taper gradually. Apply mild steroid cream combined with antibiotic. Avoid soap bath. Use Dettol liquid few drops in a bucket for bath.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
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Suggest Remedies For Itchy Rashes On The Face And Lips

Hi, It seems that probably you may be having Prurigo simplex due to nutritional deficiencies. Get blood tests to know the blood levels of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and iron. Take vitamins and minerals daily. Take antihistaminics like Cetirizine daily at night. Take oral steroids like Methyl Pednesolone thrice a day for a week and then to taper gradually. Apply mild steroid cream combined with antibiotic. Avoid soap bath. Use Dettol liquid few drops in a bucket for bath. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist