If a widespread, itchy rash suspected to be contact dermatitis from fabric softener persists for two weeks despite treatment with oral antihistamines, topical cortisone, and soothing baths, is a cortisone injection an appropriate next step?
Since your widespread symptoms haven't improved after two weeks of topical cortisone and antihistamines, a systemic corticosteroid?such as a cortisone injection or a short course of oral steroid tablets?is indeed a very reasonable and common next step. This helps treat the inflammation from the inside out. I highly recommend scheduling a visit with your doctor or a dermatologist. They can safely evaluate your skin, confirm the diagnosis, and prescribe the most appropriate treatment to finally bring you some well-deserved relief.