ashleep 22 Posted June 12, 2013 About 2 weeks ago I got a rash that is on my arms, hands, legs and stomach. I went to the dr and he said to take an antihistamine and have me a Rx for a steroid cream. It's not going away. I read that when you go through fat loss and in ketosis, the toxins are being released at a rapid rate which causes the itchy rash. Has anyone experienced this and how long does it last??? I'm going crazy, not only from the itching, but my arms and legs are so ugly looking! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessicaDiane1021 147 Posted June 12, 2013 Wow I don't know much about why or whatever but I just posted a thread about the same thing! My rash is on my arms, elbows, and shoulder. I don't know why and I been putting hydrocortisone cream on it but after reading this will be making an apt for my doctor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleep 22 Posted June 12, 2013 I'm going to my homeopathic dr and getting an ionic foot detox...hopefully that will help! Hope you get it sorted out too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms.AntiBand 2,984 Posted June 12, 2013 Never head of this.. You two keep us posted. I'm very interested in what you find out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessicaDiane1021 147 Posted June 12, 2013 Will do for sure. I'm so glad to see this cause NOBODY responded to my thread lol. Thanks again! 3 MrsPierre, ashleep and Ms.AntiBand reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sleevestriss 10 Posted June 12, 2013 I am 5 1/2 weeks post op and I have a similar problem too. I've been having a rash with small raised bumps on my shoulders, upper arms, back and lower legs. Drives me bonkers and itches alot, wakes me up. I was worried I had gotten into mosquitos, ants, chiggers or maybe even bed bugs on a recent trip. I've had this rash for at least 2 weeks...I'm relieved to read that I'm not the only one having this issue! I never even thought it could be a response to my surgery. I'm also having pimples on my face like a teenager and I'm 51 years old....now if my body only looked like a teenagers I wouldn't complain...but hey. LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleep 22 Posted June 12, 2013 My friend told me Lavender and Roman Chamomile essential oils help with rashes. Also pure coconut oil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anniemay 150 Posted June 12, 2013 I had the same thing at two weeks but luckily only on my stomach. At first I thought it was cellulitis! I had to get a script for the itching and finally went away about 1.5 weeks later Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iniysa 157 Posted June 12, 2013 I'm only three days post op and I have one on my stomach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtower97 28 Posted June 12, 2013 I am so glad to read this! Oh my gosh! I have been going crazy wondering how I got this rash! I have a small rash on each upper arm/elbow area! Seems to have gotten a little bit better. 2 weeks post op today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lannie2202 25 Posted June 13, 2013 When I was doing the preop diet my face neck arms broke out. It must have been hives but it looked like little pimples. Getting the Iv for surgery cleared everything up. So more Water was my answer 1 MrsPierre reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleep 22 Posted June 13, 2013 I went to the dermatologist today because I've had the rashes for 2 weeks and its spreading to my chest and belly. They were stumped and had to do a biopsy. I hope it goes away soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessicaDiane1021 147 Posted June 17, 2013 Ugh I can't get into my doctor for a week. Mine is literally just on my arm and shoulder. Had a couple on my elbows but went Away. I'm so frustrated with it. It is disgusting! Nothing is working. :/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleep 22 Posted June 17, 2013 I totally feel you! Mine keeps spreading. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ninanew 22 Posted June 21, 2013 I'm four days post op and noticed yesterday a rash all over my stomach spreading around the sides. It doesn't itch (yet?) but it's ugly and I don't want it to spread or cause other problems. I'll try an antihistamine first, hopefully that will help! Glad to know I'm not alone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites