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Why does an allergic reaction turn into a rash?

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Damage to skin.: An allergic reaction causes release of specialized white blood cells which cause inflammation and may even attack the skin causing a rash. It is important to identify the allergen, avoid it, and treat the rash.

Answered 12/8/2016

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Dr. Maziar Rezvani answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Usually histamine: Histamine causes redness, itching, pain, swelling, the common skin manifestations of an "allergic reaction".

Answered 4/4/2016

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