Contact Allergic and Drug Reaction
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| What is it? | This is usually a rash or reaction that shows up after coming into contact with a specific agent. | This is usually a rash or reaction that shows up after ingestion of a medication or supplement. |
| How Does it Present? | It presents as a reddened, itchy, sometimes blistering rash that occurs after coming into contact with a specific allergen. These eruptions can result from exposure to something new or even exposure from something you have used for years. These rashes usually have well defined borders. | This rash can present in many different forms. It can be red and bumpy, hive like, and itchy. This rash can involve one body part or be widespread. |
| What Can Cause it? |
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Although many medications or supplements can cause a reaction. These are the most common:
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| How we Can Diagnose |
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