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For skin rash is it better to see an allergist or dermatologist?

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Dr. David Rosenthal answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Depends: It depends on what is causing the rash and how it looks.... Sometimes your regular medical doctor (internist/pediatrician/fp) can help you decide. If it is red, itchy then an allergist is usually a good idea. If it's dark then a dermatologist is a good idea. This is just a general "rule of thumb"...

Dr Longley agreed

Answered 9/2/2015

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A member asked:

For skin rash is it better to see an allergist or dermatologist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Rosenthal answered

Dr Longley agreed

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