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Suggest Treatment For Dry Skin And Pain Near The Rib Cage
I was on heavy antibiotics for an infection that included blood poisoning. while I was on six week iv antibiotics the skin on my chest along the rib cage started hurting. I thought it was from dry skin and not showering more than babywipe baths. The pain has never went away and has started in my upper back as well. It really seems like skin pain. burning and super sensitive. This has been going on for about 120 days.
Mon, 22 Apr 2019
Hello,
As per your history, it may be muscle sprain.
for that you can take tab. motrin. apply diclofenac gel with heating pads.
kindly do chest x ray after consultation in case of not getting relief.
for dry skin you can apply hydrocortisone ointment. for itching you can take tab. claritin.
Avoid harsh cosmetic products. maintain proper hygiene.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
As per your history, it may be muscle sprain.
for that you can take tab. motrin. apply diclofenac gel with heating pads.
kindly do chest x ray after consultation in case of not getting relief.
for dry skin you can apply hydrocortisone ointment. for itching you can take tab. claritin.
Avoid harsh cosmetic products. maintain proper hygiene.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
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