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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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Dr. John Munshower answered

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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.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/18/2017

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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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