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skin allergy

had an allergy in form of skin rash around 15 days ago. Red marks on my arms, legs, feet, small welts also. Doctor prescribed Allegra,cetrizine, azee, rantac for 5 days. Also recommended use of soap Cetrelak. Marks have gone, but itching still continuing & spreading. What can I do?
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If itching still continues start applying coconut oil. This oil will help you a lot. Avoid using harsh soaps. If things don't work consult a dermatologist (skin specialist).
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I agree coconut oil is great advice!
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Hello and hope you are doing well.

Looks like the allergic reaction is persisting. Hives develop in response to an allergic reaction, by the release of histamine. The allergen can be medications, food, extremes of temperature, exercise and viral infections to name a few. So, therapy lies in resolving the allergic reaction and anti-histamines. If the present anti histamines are not very effective you can consult your doctor for long acting ones.

Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
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Do you know what caused it in the first place?
If so, are able to avoid it?

If not, I would ask to be sent in for allergy testing.

It's not uncommon for some allergic reactions to take several weeks to dissipate.
It's always best to return to a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen.
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