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I have been in antibiotics for 25 days. can prolonged antibiotic use cause itchy skin all over?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

This could be a-: -sign of an allergic reaction or a side effect of the medication. Call or get into see your prescribing physician.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

I have been in antibiotics for 25 days. can prolonged antibiotic use cause itchy skin all over?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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