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How Can Skin Rashes On The Arms And Legs Be Treated?
Hello I m a 52 yr old white female I had a right brain sided stroke 2 yrs ago as of march 22nd 2018 I have pain 24/7 on the left side of my body I also have 24/7 pins and needles on left side of my body The skin all over my body is very extra sensitive to water which I cannot figure out yet epson salt in my bath water helps bathing more tolerable.so recently I ve noticed a very light skin rash on my arms and legs Also my left hand is swollen 24/7 .i take max dose of lyrica 600mg per day which helps my pins and needles Anything else I can do for my skin doc? Thank you Lisa Ps.my skin stings on the left side more some days than other days
Tue, 13 Nov 2018
Hi,
Do continue taking Lyrica, it is a medication used to relieve neuropathic nerve pain or pins & needles sensation associated with diabetic causes, carpel tunnel syndrome or fibromyalgia. It looks like you are having discomfort due to developing neuropathy. Get all Nerve Function tests done & get evaluated for the cause of pins & needle sensation. Treatment of pins & needles sensation depends upon the cause.
For your rashes, you can apply locally Hydrocortisone ointment or calamine lotion. If the rash is due to allergy take antihistamines after consultation with your health care provider. Cold compress is effective. Wear cotton clothes. Take vitamin B6, B12 as a supplement.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
Do continue taking Lyrica, it is a medication used to relieve neuropathic nerve pain or pins & needles sensation associated with diabetic causes, carpel tunnel syndrome or fibromyalgia. It looks like you are having discomfort due to developing neuropathy. Get all Nerve Function tests done & get evaluated for the cause of pins & needle sensation. Treatment of pins & needles sensation depends upon the cause.
For your rashes, you can apply locally Hydrocortisone ointment or calamine lotion. If the rash is due to allergy take antihistamines after consultation with your health care provider. Cold compress is effective. Wear cotton clothes. Take vitamin B6, B12 as a supplement.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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