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Strange itchy slightly red area, on lower neck where it meets sternum. put anti itch allergy cream on it. still itchy, hasn't gone away. slightly raised bumpy skin there too. what is it?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

ITCHY RED RASH NECK: HOW LONG HAS YOUR RASH BEEN THERE? IF THE ANTI ITCH ALLERGY CREAM IS NOT WORKING, PLEASE CONSULT WITH A DERMATOLOGIST.

Answered 7/1/2015

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A member asked:

Strange itchy slightly red area, on lower neck where it meets sternum. put anti itch allergy cream on it. still itchy, hasn't gone away. slightly raised bumpy skin there too. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jerome Litt answered

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