Swine Flu & Itching [Archive]

Ambers

16-12-10, 18:12

I have been diagnosed with Swine Flu today. I have started itching all dowm my arms and back - does anyone know if it is connected to Swine Flu? I have been taking Tramador (sp) painkillers and wondering if they are casuing the itching.

Thank you

anxious

16-12-10, 20:09

Poor you. Could be the temperature you get with flu making you itch. Wishing you a speedy recovery

xxanx xx

paula lynne

16-12-10, 20:17

Sending you big hugs for a speedy recovery, rest up. Itching is a side effect of meds, you may be having a reaction to the tramadol. Phone NHS Direct on 0845 46 47 and they will give you the advice you need x

Ambers

16-12-10, 20:45

Thank you x

teez

16-12-10, 23:36

yup you can get a rash with the swine flu,,i had it on my chest and arms e45 helped ,,,get well soon,,plenty of fluids,,and rest loads ,,dont try and work through it,,like i did because it took months to get over tiredness ,,look after yourself

Tero

17-12-10, 00:37

Tramadol is mainly for pain. It has side effects:rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue

Plus more regular ones. Ibuprofen may be safer for pain.