Have itchy scalp, neck, arm, upper back. Have rashes, bumps. Is is burning also. Had used iodine supplement. Treatment?
Patient: Hi, this morning, I started itching my scalp and then my neck, I then started itching my upper arm, my upper back, I have rashes and a lots of bumps and ridge looking bumps that just popped up about an hour ago, the itching hasn't stopped but getting more and now burning, I haven't changed soap or lotion or used new medication, I only started using iodine supplement 3 days ago, can you please help Doctor: Hello,Taking Iodine can worse rash caused by Dermatitis Herpetiformis.Other than that Iodine is safe and doesn't cause any problem.You may take antihistamines to control the itching and rash.Consult a Dermatologist for further management.