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Will Taking Benadryl Cure Red Dot Itchy Rash On Torso & Back?
My 22yr old son had laparoscopic appendectomy a week ago and has a small red dot itchy rash all over his torso amd back. Surgeon won't prescribe anything and Benadryl is NOT doing it! He is in terrible agony from it and just sits there scratching and in discomfort,
Mon, 2 Feb 2015
Hi,
The itchy rash he is having is indicating allergic reaction. You can apply anti-itching cream you find over the counter.
The itchy rash he is having is indicating allergic reaction. You can apply anti-itching cream you find over the counter.
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