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What Causes Severe Itchiness On The Face And Neck?
Hi, I ve been suffering with itchy skin on my face and neck this winter. At first, I thought it was a result of the cold air and dry heat. But I don t think so now, as it flares up regularly even when the weather is mild. Do you think it s an allergic reaction and how best to calm it?
Thu, 22 Nov 2018
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Yes, it can be probably an allergic reaction. It can be allergic Dermatitis that can be due to any skin cosmetics or soaps, shampoo etc.
It can also be due to any food or medication. So my suggestion is to consult an Emergency room and get evaluated and an Allergy test can be done for confirmation.
For now, you can take anti allergic medicine like Fexofenadine or Levocetirizine. Apply Calamine lotion. You can also apply Aloe vera Gel. Do cool compresses over the skin.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Honey Arora, Dentist
Yes, it can be probably an allergic reaction. It can be allergic Dermatitis that can be due to any skin cosmetics or soaps, shampoo etc.
It can also be due to any food or medication. So my suggestion is to consult an Emergency room and get evaluated and an Allergy test can be done for confirmation.
For now, you can take anti allergic medicine like Fexofenadine or Levocetirizine. Apply Calamine lotion. You can also apply Aloe vera Gel. Do cool compresses over the skin.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Honey Arora, Dentist
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