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What Do Rashes On The Upper Arms, Armpits And Thighs Indicate?
Since yesterday I suddenly developed a skin rash on my upper arms, armpits, upper thighs, and buttocks. I m taking 10mg Lipitor and 20mg lisinopril daily plus CoQ10 and a multivitamin. I ve been taking these meds for many years to control cholesterol levels. Prior to Lipitor, I took Zocor and was prescribed 80mg at one point. My sister insists that I should stop taking statins as they are particularly harmful to Asian people. What is your recommendation?
Thu, 18 Oct 2018
Hi,
Your symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction.
I suggest you use steroid cream for local relief and daily antihistamines.
Statins can damage your liver, so I suggest you do a complete blood count and liver enzymes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction.
I suggest you use steroid cream for local relief and daily antihistamines.
Statins can damage your liver, so I suggest you do a complete blood count and liver enzymes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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