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Getting allergy testing done next week. since coming off antihistamines i've noticed how extreeeemely itchy my scalp/body is. using aveeno (oatmeal) is helping.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Dry skin: If the allergy skin testing is solely for itching without any nasal , eye. or respiratory symptoms, I believe that the yield is quite low. Your response to Aveeno suggests that dry skin is likely the cause and would recommend that you apply the lotion <3 minutes after bathing (avoid scented soap as well) to see if this helps.

Answered 6/6/2016

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A member asked:

Getting allergy testing done next week. since coming off antihistamines i've noticed how extreeeemely itchy my scalp/body is. using aveeno (oatmeal) is helping.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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