post fine needle aspiration rash

[sH8-6]

Itchy rash developed on neck several days after fna procedure. A week later still persists. Suggested cause - allergic reaction to lidocaine injections into neck.

Should I be concerned?

[PurpleNails Administrator]

Sounds uncomfortable.  

Have you been given anything to help it?   

Antihistamine & or a cream to calm it? 

Is it normal temp? 

Haven’t heard of this occurring before - so must be rare.  

Most say there are no complications afterwards.  

Make sure you view your results. I chased up my results & they were clear & also asked if my thyroid function was right & was told says everything ok no further action.  Found out months later function test was never processed.  

[sH8-6 in reply to PurpleNails]

Thank you PurpleNails.

My endo seemed surprised by the rash. A possible reaction to the lidocaine - suggested the antihistamine Telfast.

Off own bat I applied Calamine lotion as well - it proved an irritant.

An opportunity to visit gp. His suggestion - Zyrtec was superior for allergic skin reactions. Also prescribed Antroquoril, a moderately strong corticosteroid for 5 days. On day 2 all going well.

About your unprocessed thyroid function test, I’ve been experiencing something similar in trying to locate a missing referral sent from the endo to surgeon.

It seems a special ‘referral net’ used by medical people is very specific in conditions required for it to work. My new friend, the gp gave me a referral on the spot. Two copies, one he would sent electronically, the other, a hard copy for me - just in case.

[jendwall]

I also broke out in a rash after my fna procedure. I was told the rash was from the cleansing agent that was applied to the neck area before the needle was imserted. It was a long time ago, but I do remember it didn't look very nice and took a while to disappear. I also asked for a different cleanser for future procedures.

I would keep it clean and maybe see about using an anti itch cream on it. Try not to scratch...so hard, I know, but you don't want to risk infection. You can also wear a soft, light scarf to cover that area up if you want to cover it up to go out.

[sH8-6 in reply to jendwall]

Thank you jendwall. For all your suggestions.

Interesting - the cleansing solution. A distinct possibility since it covers the area affected. I will have to pursue that.

A gp recommended Zyrtec as being good for allergic skin reactions. Also prescribed Antroquoril, a moderately strong corticosteroid for 5 days. On day 2 all going well.

Apparently these two medications will support my body while the skin healed.

Always wary of medications, I had resisted taking action against the rash for the first few days. Perhaps not a wise move on my part. According to the gp, without action the rash was likely to spread.

[jendwall]

You're welcome. I understand about using meds sparingly. Glad your rash seems to be starting to heal.