Since recovering from COVID-19 thirteen days ago, I have developed a small fluid-filled bump on my forehead, a full-body itchy red rash that improved after taking Allegra 120, and painful, receding gums on my upper front teeth; what medications can I take to treat these three issues? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Since recovering from COVID-19 thirteen days ago, I have developed a small fluid-filled bump on my forehead, a full-body itchy red rash that improved after taking Allegra 120, and painful, receding gums on my upper front teeth; what medications can I take to treat these three issues?

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Since recovering from COVID-19 thirteen days ago, I have developed a small fluid-filled bump on my forehead, a full-body itchy red rash that improved after taking Allegra 120, and painful, receding gums on my upper front teeth; what medications can I take to treat these three issues?

Asked by Male, 37 · 7 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

7 days ago

Recovering from COVID-19 can sometimes leave your immune system temporarily reactive. It is reassuring that fexofenadine (Allegra) helped your rash; you can continue taking this antihistamine daily under medical guidance. For the fluid-filled bump on your forehead, please avoid squeezing it and keep it clean. For your painful, receding gums, warm salt water rinses and gentle brushing will help soothe the area. Because these symptoms affect different systems, I highly recommend having a doctor evaluate the forehead bump and rash, and a dentist examine your gums to ensure you receive the correct targeted treatments.

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Since recovering from COVID-19 thirteen days ago, I have developed a small fluid-filled bump on my forehead, a full-body itchy red rash that improved after taking Allegra 120, and painful, receding gums on my upper front teeth; what medications can I take to treat these three issues?

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