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I have an allergy rash from hair dye. i have been taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) for a few days and it has still not completely gone away. what should i do?

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Rash too?: If scalp is red and itchy as part of the dye reaction, you may need application of topical steroid solution, or oral steroids, to calm down the reaction . These are prescriptions available through your primary doctor, or a dermatologist.

Answered 8/12/2015

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