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I have itching on my hands, legs below, and back, with small spots like rash. I am applying cortisone 10 cream, and also taking antihistamine tabs. I get relief for some hours, but again itching come back. I am diabetic, taking reclide tabs and also small dose of mixtard insulin injection. Will there be any benefit if I apply sandalwood paste/oil or turmeric paste? I am 91 years.
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No, for conditions like what you described, sandalwood paste or turmeric paste will not help, first the diagnosis must be made, only then treatment can be decided. Cortisone cream should not be applied unless dermatologist has prescribed.
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