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What Causes Immense Itching In The Area Of Pace Maker?
yes, I have had my pace maker now for at least six years, just this past few days I have had immense itching sensation where the pace maker has been inserted. is this common and should I have it checked. I didn t realize that this question would require payment for an answer, please cancel my question. thank you
Thu, 6 Jul 2017
hi,
thank you for putting up your query on HCM.
as per your history, you have allergic dermatitis due to metal present in pacemaker.
my treatment advise would be:
-- first of all, don't worry much as it is an allergic condition which can be controlled.
-- you may take tab levocetrizine twice a day for itching for 2 weeks.
-- you may apply topical mild corticosteroids like Mometa cream once a day in morning at the area for 2 weeks.
-- if itching is persistent or severe, you may consult a dermatologist nearby for proper treatment.
wishing you good health.
thank you
thank you for putting up your query on HCM.
as per your history, you have allergic dermatitis due to metal present in pacemaker.
my treatment advise would be:
-- first of all, don't worry much as it is an allergic condition which can be controlled.
-- you may take tab levocetrizine twice a day for itching for 2 weeks.
-- you may apply topical mild corticosteroids like Mometa cream once a day in morning at the area for 2 weeks.
-- if itching is persistent or severe, you may consult a dermatologist nearby for proper treatment.
wishing you good health.
thank you
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