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What Causes Itchy Rash On Upper Shoulders And Lower Back?

Good afternoon !!!!!! I have a bumpy and very itchy rash on my upper shoulders and lower back for several days. I have tried to stay cool, out of the sum and have been using a cortizone cream. I also have been taking Benadryl at night but nothing is helping.
Wed, 9 Sep 2015
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The steroid cream may not be strong enough, over the counter creams are usually the weaker ones.
You may need to consider a stronger cream from your doctor.

If there is no relief with the stronger topical steroid and continued use of the antihistamine then a short course of oral steroids may be required.

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What Causes Itchy Rash On Upper Shoulders And Lower Back?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The steroid cream may not be strong enough, over the counter creams are usually the weaker ones. You may need to consider a stronger cream from your doctor. If there is no relief with the stronger topical steroid and continued use of the antihistamine then a short course of oral steroids may be required. I hope this helps