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I have a reoccurring rash that comes and goes on my neck only. the look like hickeys and get swollen if i scratch. they go away on their own time. sometimes they itch. topical benadryl stops the itching. what could it be?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Allergic: dermatitis- may be due to foods, cosmetics, systemic allergies or underlying medical conditions. i suggest formal allergy and skin testing.

Answered 5/6/2021

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A member asked:

I have a reoccurring rash that comes and goes on my neck only. the look like hickeys and get swollen if i scratch. they go away on their own time. sometimes they itch. topical benadryl stops the itching. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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