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I believe i have developed dermatographism, i have been taking fexofenadine for around six months now, what causes this and how can i get rid of it?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Dermatographism: This physical urticaria syndrome is common and can be prolonged. For some facts and tips on this, go to my blog at http://www.Familyallergyasthmacare.Com/2013/05/dermographism-i-scratch-therefore-i-hive/.

Answered 6/19/2018

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