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A member asked:

Could you tell me what is the most effective ointment for rashes?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That would depend on: The cause of the rash. See your dermatologist for accurage diagnosis.

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 6/19/2015

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Thank
Dr. Jay Park answered

Depends on...: The underlying cause has to be determined first.

Answered 9/28/2016

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