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For the 2nd time... I have worn a Duragesic patch for about 8 years. This past year, I have noticed that about 8 hours after I put on a new patch, my face, my cheeks get beat red and are quite painful. I figure this to be a reaction to the Duragesic patch. I want to know if this pattern of itching is seen often in rheumatoid arthritis. Please comment. What can I do to diminish the symptoms and to continue wearing the patch. Are there are types of skin patches for pain that do not make people itch? Please advise. Thank you.

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Age: 59; Female, Tennessee

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Benedryl PO, cortisone cream to bothersome area, sunscreens

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Greetings.

 

This is very likely to be development of allergic reaction to the Duragesic patch. I am afraid, the only treatment is to stop them and stop alternate analgesic patch. The reaction to Duragesic patch does not point to rheumatoid arthritis. There are some anti-inflammatory analgesic patch available (like indomethacin), which you can use with the advice of your physician.

 

Please feel free for your follow up questions.

 

Dr. Arun

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Expert: Dr. Arun Phophalia
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