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Suggest Treatment For Red, Itchy Rash
I'm having an allergic reaction, I don't know what I'm reacting to. All i know is I have a red, itchy rash that looks similiar to hives. I doubt it is hives though because my rash isn't as "gloppy" as hives. Can you please tell me how to stop this horrendous itch. (I've already had 3 benedryl's and rubbed on a benedryl gel over the rash, this didn't help)
Thu, 16 Oct 2014
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It is possible that you are being re exposed to the allergen and this is the reason that the allergic reaction is persisting.
The correct treatment of allergies is the use of anti histamines as you are doing. If these are not effective then you may need a short course of oral steroids from your doctor.
You may want to consider allergy testing to determine what you are allergic to and reduce your exposure.
I hope this helps
It is possible that you are being re exposed to the allergen and this is the reason that the allergic reaction is persisting.
The correct treatment of allergies is the use of anti histamines as you are doing. If these are not effective then you may need a short course of oral steroids from your doctor.
You may want to consider allergy testing to determine what you are allergic to and reduce your exposure.
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