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Itches on my skin for 10yrs that swells and leaves the mark of the scratches on the skin although it disappears after 4 mins.?

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Dermatographism: Sounds like a type of dermographism. This is usually treated with an over the counter non sedating antihistamine such as cetirizine. A sedating med such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may work as well. Sometimes sun exposure can reduce the symptoms.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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