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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Re-occuring rash
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Re-occuring rash
by Rick, Nov 28, 1999 12:00AM
I recently acquired an extemely itchy rash on my chest and left arm. I tried OTC Caladryl and get some relief but it comes back in a day or two. Occasionally the red irritation will not be there but the itch will. The rash seems only to visit my left side (left arm, left side of my chest, left leg).
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Nov 28, 1999 12:00AM
, Nov 28, 1999 12:00AM
Rick:
It's hard to say from your description, but you may have a mild form of eczema. You might try OTC hydrocortisone 1 percent and Sarna lotion for itch as needed. If those don't help, show your problem to a skin doctor.
Good luck.
Dr. R
It's hard to say from your description, but you may have a mild form of eczema. You might try OTC hydrocortisone 1 percent and Sarna lotion for itch as needed. If those don't help, show your problem to a skin doctor.
Good luck.
Dr. R
I have itching all over my body including my scalp -swelling in my hands no rash or itching on my face - presently I am on a 10 day cordosone shot -I am on the 5th day but am still itching terribly - help