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Does Taking Cymbalta Causes Sores Inside The Nose?
I have been getting sores inside my nose, first one side then the other, and also both sides at the same time. This seems to have been happening since I was on Cymbalta and a Fentanyl patch for about 6 months for disc problem. I remember the information papers with the Cymbalta indicated if you have a peeling sore or anything around the mouth that you should notify the MD. Since the sores were inside the nose I did not indicate this to the MD. I'm wondering if this could be related to the Cymbalta. I have been off the Cymbalta and Fentanyl for about 6 to 8 months.
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
Hi,
All medicines including can cause rashes and sores but this happens when there is an allergic reaction to the drug. Since allergic reactions are not likely to persist for months after stopping the drug, I do not think your nasal sores are due to either Cymbalta or fentanyl. There are many other conditions that can cause this like, allergy to chemical fumes, autoimmune disorders like lupus, stimulant abuse, infections, atrophic rhinitis etc. In my opinion, it will be better to consult a doctor so that a proper diagnosis can be made. Till then, avoid touching the sores with your fingers as this can cause infection.
Best wishes.
All medicines including can cause rashes and sores but this happens when there is an allergic reaction to the drug. Since allergic reactions are not likely to persist for months after stopping the drug, I do not think your nasal sores are due to either Cymbalta or fentanyl. There are many other conditions that can cause this like, allergy to chemical fumes, autoimmune disorders like lupus, stimulant abuse, infections, atrophic rhinitis etc. In my opinion, it will be better to consult a doctor so that a proper diagnosis can be made. Till then, avoid touching the sores with your fingers as this can cause infection.
Best wishes.
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