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===Self-care at Home=== | ===Self-care at Home=== | ||
* Immediately after exposure to a known allergen or irritant, wash with soap and cool water to remove or inactivate most of the offending substance. | * Immediately after exposure to a known allergen or irritant, wash with soap and cool water to remove or inactivate most of the offending substance. | ||
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*Corticosteroids- A [[corticosteroid]] medication similar to [[hydrocortisone]] may be prescribed to combat [[inflammation]] in a localized area. This medication may be applied to your skin as a cream or ointment. If the reaction covers a relatively large portion of the skin or is severe, a corticosteroid in pill or injection form may be prescribed. | *Corticosteroids- A [[corticosteroid]] medication similar to [[hydrocortisone]] may be prescribed to combat [[inflammation]] in a localized area. This medication may be applied to your skin as a cream or ointment. If the reaction covers a relatively large portion of the skin or is severe, a corticosteroid in pill or injection form may be prescribed. | ||
*[[Antihistamines]]- Prescription antihistamines may be given if nonprescription strengths are inadequate. | *[[Antihistamines]]- Prescription antihistamines may be given if nonprescription strengths are inadequate. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Self-care at Home
- Immediately after exposure to a known allergen or irritant, wash with soap and cool water to remove or inactivate most of the offending substance.
- If blistering develops, cold moist compresses applied for 30 minutes 3 times a day can offer relief.
- Calamine lotion and cool colloidal oatmeal baths may relieve itching.
- Oral antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, Ben-Allergin) can also relieve itching.
- For mild cases that cover a relatively small area, hydrocortisone cream in nonprescription strength may be sufficient.
- Avoid scratching, as this can cause secondary infections.
Medical Care
If the rash does not improve or continues to spread after 2-3 of days of self-care, or if the itching and/or pain is severe, the patient should contact a dermatologist or other physician. Medical treatment usually consists of lotions, creams, or oral medications.
- Corticosteroids- A corticosteroid medication similar to hydrocortisone may be prescribed to combat inflammation in a localized area. This medication may be applied to your skin as a cream or ointment. If the reaction covers a relatively large portion of the skin or is severe, a corticosteroid in pill or injection form may be prescribed.
- Antihistamines- Prescription antihistamines may be given if nonprescription strengths are inadequate.