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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Body Rashes

my boyfriend is 62 years old and has a rash on his left side of body it has lasted 30 days or so he says it itches it red through it. Some little pus pockets but looks like it is starting to heal. He does itch it but it isn t a ivy related. thanks n.s.
Thu, 3 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy body rashes. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like contact dermatitis can be caused by coming into contact beauty products chemicals and poisonous plants , allergic reaction , side effects or certain medicines , sensitivity to sunlight , eczema and psoriasis . Need not to worry. Consult dermatologist for proper examination Doctor may order skin patch test , blood test , test fro allergy and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment , antibiotics , anti inflammatory and immunosuppressants . I would suggest you to maintain proper personal hygiene , take Zyrtec one a day and apply cold compresses to reduce the itchiness and inflammation .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Body Rashes

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy body rashes. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like contact dermatitis can be caused by coming into contact beauty products chemicals and poisonous plants , allergic reaction , side effects or certain medicines , sensitivity to sunlight , eczema and psoriasis . Need not to worry. Consult dermatologist for proper examination Doctor may order skin patch test , blood test , test fro allergy and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment , antibiotics , anti inflammatory and immunosuppressants . I would suggest you to maintain proper personal hygiene , take Zyrtec one a day and apply cold compresses to reduce the itchiness and inflammation . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari