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Hello - I am experiencing a very itchy skin rash (red and bumpy) around site of iv cannula line 3 days after having it taken out in hospital. It’s getting itchier and bumpier every day. Is this a bacterial reaction to the cannula plasters or something i can with an over the counter cream?
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OTC cream should be enough
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