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Hi my hubby has a red rash all overt his body i'm putting hydrocortisone cream my 3 kids have ex sigma could he have it ?

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Dr. Lonna Larsh answered

Yes but: Usually eczema is not over the entire body; it's usually in a fairly localized area. He should be checked to get a correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Overuse of cortisone cream can be problematic.

Answered 1/28/2013

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A member asked:

Hi my hubby has a red rash all overt his body i'm putting hydrocortisone cream my 3 kids have ex sigma could he have it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lonna Larsh answered

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