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Q: Itchy skin w/ red rash

asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 3rd, 2008

I came back from the Carribean 2 months ago, and have suffered itchy skin since then. When I scratch it it either poduces a raised red skin, or a red rash. I can control the itching with anti-histamines, but if i dont take them, the itching returns.

Any ideas?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on January 22nd, 2008

General Q and A Answer A3535

Given your description, it seems that you could be experiencing some type of allergic skin reaction. The pre-existing condition you listed (asthma) indicates that you already have the potential for developing allergic reactions. The only thing you can do for now is to avoid scratching the area and to take the anti-histamines until you get the itchy skin diagnosed by a dermatologist.

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