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Suggest Treatment For Mood Swings And Peeling Skin On Fingers While On Lamictal
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Sun, 22 May 2016
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Question : I've been taking Lamictal 10 years for mood and my fingers have been peeling like crazy for the last week or so. I've been taking 150mgs for 6-9months (before that it was 175-200mgs)
-the only thing that's changed is: additional of wellbutrin xl 150 mgs; and some switching back and forth between lamictal generic brands.
I think I've been making it worse by subconsciously biting at the skin, which I haven't done before.
I don't have any other rash symptoms. I know that can be a big concern with this drug and the peeling of skin should be addressed or reported
Thanks
-the only thing that's changed is: additional of wellbutrin xl 150 mgs; and some switching back and forth between lamictal generic brands.
I think I've been making it worse by subconsciously biting at the skin, which I haven't done before.
I don't have any other rash symptoms. I know that can be a big concern with this drug and the peeling of skin should be addressed or reported
Thanks
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
It would be highly unlikely that this finger peeling is a sign of the concerning rash linked to Lamictal (Steven XXXXXXX Syndrome). It is more likely this is simply coincidental. It may even be that the peeling only started after you starting chewing your fingers. If you want to be extra safe, you can visit a doctor for a physical exam to check your oral mucosa for any signs of rash. But again, I find it unlikely this peeling is anything of concern.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
It would be highly unlikely that this finger peeling is a sign of the concerning rash linked to Lamictal (Steven XXXXXXX Syndrome). It is more likely this is simply coincidental. It may even be that the peeling only started after you starting chewing your fingers. If you want to be extra safe, you can visit a doctor for a physical exam to check your oral mucosa for any signs of rash. But again, I find it unlikely this peeling is anything of concern.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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