Patient Comments: Rash - Diagnosis
What type of rash did you have, and how was it diagnosed?
Comment from: GlitterFish13, 45-54 Female (Patient)
Published: February 25
I woke up last night with severe itching. I changed my face soap and used it last night, for the first time, when I showered. The rash started on my legs and arms, in the morning. Later in the day it was all over my body. My doctor prescribed Prednisone and Benadryl. I hope the medications will clear up this rash by tomorrow, as I can't take this severe itching anymore. Was this comment helpful?Yes
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