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Can topical steroid be used since oral antihistamine n calamine fail to relieve itch of chickenpox?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not: Recommended to use steroids on active infection.

Answered 10/27/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Chickenpox: Agree with Dr. Morell. Consider use of colloidal oatmeal baths or auricular acupuncture to decrease symptoms. Take care.

Answered 10/27/2018

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