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Had Cardioversion, Placed EKG Patches. Is Itching Caused By Anesthesia Or Adhesive For Patches?

I had a cardioversion yesterday and the place where they placed EKG patches and also large patches (2) for cardioversion are itching like crazy. IS the drug they used to put me asleep/or the adhesive for patches? Plus, how do you get rid of the itchiness. I am going CRAZY!!!! Sorry to bother you, but cannot afford to pay.
Wed, 8 Aug 2012
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Its the adhesive of EKG patches plus cardioverted area on the chest- some skin redness and itchiness is expected,don't worry,after consulting your doctor- ask him and apply CALAK (Calamin lotion-Use this medication on the skin only) lotion on the itchiness area,Take care.
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Had Cardioversion, Placed EKG Patches. Is Itching Caused By Anesthesia Or Adhesive For Patches?

Its the adhesive of EKG patches plus cardioverted area on the chest- some skin redness and itchiness is expected,don t worry,after consulting your doctor- ask him and apply CALAK (Calamin lotion-Use this medication on the skin only) lotion on the itchiness area,Take care.