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What Causes Pricking Sensation On The Back Despite Taking Ibuprofen?
How do I treat the sensation of pins and needles on my back. I have a sunburn that is a few days old and it did not hurt till today. I ve never felt the sensation before and I ve tried vinager, aloe, cold water, ibuprofen, and hot water. The only thing that works is hot water but as soon as I get out of the bath or shower, it starts again.
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Wed, 22 Jun 2016
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Hello,
* As per my clinical experience, the pricking sensation is neuropathy related as certain nerve endings get irritation post burns status.
The addition of methylcobalamin and tramadol hydrochloride with your drug regimen (after discussion with your doc) and local application of calamine lotion are the best measures to control the pricking sensation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
* As per my clinical experience, the pricking sensation is neuropathy related as certain nerve endings get irritation post burns status.
The addition of methylcobalamin and tramadol hydrochloride with your drug regimen (after discussion with your doc) and local application of calamine lotion are the best measures to control the pricking sensation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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