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What to do about a rash on my back, chest, under my breasts, and arms? has gotten worse the last couple of days. took benadryl (diphenhydramine) last night.

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Needs to be examined: It is very hard to diagnose the cause or type of rash without actually seeing the rash or getting more history about the circumstances that occurred when the rash started.

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Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

What to do about a rash on my back, chest, under my breasts, and arms? has gotten worse the last couple of days. took benadryl (diphenhydramine) last night.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Williams answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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