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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
RASH BEHIND AND ON EARS AND NECK
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.
RASH BEHIND AND ON EARS AND NECK
by debbie, Apr 15, 2000 12:00AM
I have a rash which started 5 days ago just around my neck/hairline and behind my ears - it is an itchy rash and doesn't seem to be getting better using Aveeno creams & Benadryl.
Could this be caused by a drug reaction - (I tool relafen for one day) or do you have any idea what it could be or treatments for same?
Thanks
Could this be caused by a drug reaction - (I tool relafen for one day) or do you have any idea what it could be or treatments for same?
Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Apr 16, 2000 12:00AM
, Apr 16, 2000 12:00AM
Debbie:
This sounds like mild eczema, not a drug reaction. I suggest you try OTC hydrocortisone (1%) twice a day, along wih benadryl cream as needed for itch. Don't bother changing shampoos, soaps, etc, as that rarely matters. If it doesn't clear up in a week, you may want to see a doctor.
Best.
Dr. R
This sounds like mild eczema, not a drug reaction. I suggest you try OTC hydrocortisone (1%) twice a day, along wih benadryl cream as needed for itch. Don't bother changing shampoos, soaps, etc, as that rarely matters. If it doesn't clear up in a week, you may want to see a doctor.
Best.
Dr. R
