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What Causes Itching Sensation Behind Neck And Arm While On Valsartan And Triazide?
I am a 87 year old women. I am suffering high blood predssure, I have been taking Diltiazem for 20 years, I used to take Triazide 50-25 mg but just half the Triaizide pill and Valsartan 80 mg at breakfast and another Valsartan 80 mg at suppertime.. 2 months ago the doctor changed my medication to stabilise my high blood pressure which is now controled. Now I take the full pill of Triazide 50-25 at breakfast , one Valsartan 80 mg at breakfast and one Valsartan 160 mg at night. My Blood pressure 120/68 is controled since the doctor made the changes. But since th changes I have terrible itching on the back of my neck, upper arms andthe right side of my back which I sleep on. I am very worried about the itching and Wonder what causes it. Triazide 50-25 or increased Valsartan. Please help ! thank you.
Mon, 2 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching sensation behind neck and arm while on Valsartan and Triazide . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral Infection, sun exposure, contact dermatitis, chickenpox, impetigo , psoriasis or side effects of certain medicine. It could be due to allergic reaction and improper hygiene. The symptoms can also occur due to side effects certain medicine . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes to reduce redness and inflammation , take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl and avoid food like nuts and seafood. You should avoid touching or pricking rashes. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with corticosteroid ointment , antibacterial or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis. You should avoid touching or pricking these rashes.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching sensation behind neck and arm while on Valsartan and Triazide . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral Infection, sun exposure, contact dermatitis, chickenpox, impetigo , psoriasis or side effects of certain medicine. It could be due to allergic reaction and improper hygiene. The symptoms can also occur due to side effects certain medicine . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes to reduce redness and inflammation , take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl and avoid food like nuts and seafood. You should avoid touching or pricking rashes. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with corticosteroid ointment , antibacterial or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis. You should avoid touching or pricking these rashes.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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