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What can i take for an allergic itchy skin reaction and difficulty breathing, my physician prescribed prednisone but i am getting worse by the day?

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Dr. Al Hegab
Dr. Al Hegabanswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Revisit your doctor: meanwhile, OTC antihistamines, read the labels carefully, if difficulty in breathing is really bothersome, go to urgent care or ER, best wishes
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