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What Causes Tenderness And Stiffness In The Arm After Applying Hydrocortisone?

I am a 53 year old non smoking female who has an occassional drink or 2 per day. lately my left elbow has been tender. I drive alot, my arm rests in the sun. Ive been been applying hydrocortisone cream to my forearm due to the itching. the stiffness is now going up my arm into my shoulder and half way down my wrist. Is it the hydro cream, arthritis or something else? I also have epsteins barr which does have some complications to it. Ive had mono several times.
Fri, 29 Nov 2019
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Hello,

I think the current problem with your arm, stiffness is due to driving for long periods. You need magnesium and vitamin-B supplement. Plus, if the arm is exposed to the sun, it might be suffer sun burning although minor. Should apply sunscreen cream before you expose to sun and during the day.

If it is possible, you can have some rest, not driving for some time until you will feel better. Meanwhile, physiotherapy/massage with essential oils can also relieve stiffness. But remember to evaluate for sunburning and treating adequately.

Hydrocortisone cream might not help, especially if exposed to the sun. You need anti-inflammatory cream, plus sunscreen cream.

All the best. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Tenderness And Stiffness In The Arm After Applying Hydrocortisone?

Hello, I think the current problem with your arm, stiffness is due to driving for long periods. You need magnesium and vitamin-B supplement. Plus, if the arm is exposed to the sun, it might be suffer sun burning although minor. Should apply sunscreen cream before you expose to sun and during the day. If it is possible, you can have some rest, not driving for some time until you will feel better. Meanwhile, physiotherapy/massage with essential oils can also relieve stiffness. But remember to evaluate for sunburning and treating adequately. Hydrocortisone cream might not help, especially if exposed to the sun. You need anti-inflammatory cream, plus sunscreen cream. All the best. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician