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Itchy red blotches started on arms..spread to neck, head, body, and legs. benadryl (diphenhydramine) did not help. difficulty sleeping. ideas to help or what could be?
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?HIVES: Sounds like hives/urticaria, but tough to diagnose rashes over the computer. See derm or your PCP for diagnosis and proper treatment. Good luck.
Answered 8/18/2017
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