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Everyday i am very itchy on the back of my neck. i wear a gold chain. could this be the cause?

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Dr. David Schleimer answered

Look elsewhere first: Gold is the least reactive metals for humans. I would look for a different reason, but after that: remove the chain and see what happens.

Answered 12/28/2012

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A member asked:

Everyday i am very itchy on the back of my neck. i wear a gold chain. could this be the cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Schleimer answered

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