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What Could Cause Itchy Red Rashes On The Skin?

My husband has red spots that come up on the skin They burn and itch.They come and go He puts a cortisone cream on them We have a woods behind our house .He also has worked in our flower beds It isn’t poison ivy as he has had it in the past and I know what it looks like We do have sumack in the back My email address is YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 3 Apr 2019
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy red rashes on the skin which is mainly due to contact dermatitis and could be allergic reaction to an animal bite, or an insect sting.

Need not to worry. For now take benadryl twice a day and apply cold compresses and avoid any cosmetic product. Wear loose clothes. I would suggest you to avoid touching or picking rash. Maintain complete hygiene. You should consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and may give adrenaline short.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Could Cause Itchy Red Rashes On The Skin?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy red rashes on the skin which is mainly due to contact dermatitis and could be allergic reaction to an animal bite, or an insect sting. Need not to worry. For now take benadryl twice a day and apply cold compresses and avoid any cosmetic product. Wear loose clothes. I would suggest you to avoid touching or picking rash. Maintain complete hygiene. You should consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and may give adrenaline short. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari