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Rash On Back After Inguinal Hernia Repair. Taken Prednisone. Is Rash Due To Reaction Of Mesh Use?
My mother had a inguinal hernia repair 4 months ago without a problem. She soon got a rash on her back and was treated with Prednisone. It cleared up somewhat but never completely. They thought she might have had a latex reaction but blood work was normal. Coulda his be a reaction to the mesh used. Her rash is all over.
Thu, 10 Oct 2013
Hello ,
thank you for your query . The rashes that your mother developed over her back is not did to the mesh used during inguinal hernia repair . It is probably an allergic reaction developed post surgery following certain medications or the use of the plaster over the back following spinal anesthesia , I would suggest you to use antihistamines to reduce the itching along with calamine lotion . You can also get a consult with a dermatologist if it worsens .
Thank you
thank you for your query . The rashes that your mother developed over her back is not did to the mesh used during inguinal hernia repair . It is probably an allergic reaction developed post surgery following certain medications or the use of the plaster over the back following spinal anesthesia , I would suggest you to use antihistamines to reduce the itching along with calamine lotion . You can also get a consult with a dermatologist if it worsens .
Thank you
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