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I itch all over including face, head, and body! i was taking prednisone for it and it stopped. now i'm itching again. what could it be? and why?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Sounds like an: allergic reaction or potentially a metabolic/liver issue. Make an appointment with an allergic for an evaluation.

Answered 3/30/2017

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