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Suggest Remedies For Itchy Red Rash On My Chest
I have A red rash on my chest and neck. It does get itchy when hair or clothing touches it. It has gotten worse over time. It has been a month now and I notice a lot of broken veins on my chest from scratching at night in my sleep. I need some relief. Any suggestions. I am female,age 66 .
Tue, 28 Aug 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
There could be many reasons for the rash: psoriasis/eczema/allergy/fungal infection to name a few. You can start an oral anti allergic medication (antihistamine) taken twice a day till the itch settles. Subsequently, you could also start applying a mild steroidal cream which will help settle the itching sensation of the rash. Mind you, if the rash is due to fungal infection, the steroidal cream should be avoided. Also make sure you moisturise the body well, as it can reduce the itch slightly. Nonetheless, I suggest you kindly get the rash reviewed by your concerned doctor for the dosage of the medications after thorough evaluation.
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Dr. Smruti Pevekar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
There could be many reasons for the rash: psoriasis/eczema/allergy/fungal infection to name a few. You can start an oral anti allergic medication (antihistamine) taken twice a day till the itch settles. Subsequently, you could also start applying a mild steroidal cream which will help settle the itching sensation of the rash. Mind you, if the rash is due to fungal infection, the steroidal cream should be avoided. Also make sure you moisturise the body well, as it can reduce the itch slightly. Nonetheless, I suggest you kindly get the rash reviewed by your concerned doctor for the dosage of the medications after thorough evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Smruti Pevekar
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Hi,
It may be contacted by allergic dermatitis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Oral steroids in tapering dose, antihistaminics like cetirizine and topical steroid cream may be considered.
Avoid the contact with suspected allergens.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
It may be contacted by allergic dermatitis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Oral steroids in tapering dose, antihistaminics like cetirizine and topical steroid cream may be considered.
Avoid the contact with suspected allergens.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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