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I applied 0.5 anti itch hydrocortisone cream to my neck and it burns! my skin turned red! what should i do?! is my skin damaged?
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No: Most likely an irritant reaction which will go away in a few hours. You may try an ointment instead.
Answered 1/30/2014
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