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Is it normal to get rashes in the body after hip replacement surgery?

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Answered by

Dr. Charu Bansal

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Divya Banu M

Published At September 8, 2019
Reviewed AtJanuary 14, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a total hip replacement a few days back. Yesterday, I started developing a rash on my torso, back, buttocks, and legs. The palms of my hands and soles of my feet are red and painful. I had an epidural and sedation for my hip surgery. I had two rounds of IV antibiotics after surgery. I do not know what kind.

For pain, I have been given Oxycodone, Tylenol, and Toradol for inflammation. I have also been given Colace, Pepcid, Ranitidine, Aspirin, and Celebrex. The doctors here at the hospital are stumped as to what is going on with this rash. It is not terribly itchy, mainly when I get a bit overheated. I have had this happen to me before, 15 years ago, after undergoing a D and C. It did resolve in about four weeks, but the skin on my palms and soles blistered and peeled before it all went away. If you have any idea what this could be and what I could do to lessen the effects, I would greatly appreciate it.

Answered by Dr. Charu Bansal

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query. I have seen the attached photograph also (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I understand your concern. As per details, it seems that you are having a condition called drug rash. Drug rash may manifest as redness of the skin, blisters, red raised rash, peeling of the skin, urticaria, etc.

Mostly the rash is itchy but the presentation may vary. As per history, you got the rash post-surgery or any intervention both the times although the presentation was different. So, in my opinion, you have developed a rash in response to some medication. It may be due to antibiotics or pain killers you must have received both times. The best treatment for this is the prevention of further rash or aggravation by avoiding the offending drug. Antihistaminics and topical emollients give symptomatic relief and decrease the allergic reaction. You should discuss this with your doctor. I am sure that he would agree with this. Take care.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Charu Bansal
Dr. Charu Bansal

Dermatology

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