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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 answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

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

Answered 8/20/2018

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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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