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I started the Nuvaring 2 1/2 weeks ago. Within the first week an...

Posted at 10:50 AM on Feb 24, 2009 by skrantz, #39300
I started the Nuvaring 2 1/2 weeks ago. Within the first week and a half I broke out in a horrible rash on my hips and thighs. My doctor said that it is not a side effect of the ring but I have never had sensitive skin or been allergic to anything. She did prescribe me a topical to apply twice daily. By the end of the second week the rash has spread to everywhere except my face, hands and feet. On my chest it looks almost like a heat rash but everywhere else is painful red bumps. I guess as a birth control it is working because my boyfriend will not go anywhere near me. Has anyone else had this problem and know how to treat it. I have made my way through Benadryl creams, the medicated cream prescribed to me, oatmeal baths. Please help me!!! I am so irritable and crabby but I am sure it is because I have not slept in two weeks because I cannot stop scratching myself.
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Reply 9 months ago on Feb 27, 2009 by bonnylass, #17546

skrantz, I had a similar experience when I went back onto Nuvaring after being off BC for 6 months or so. Mine started under my breasts but was quite painful and extremely itchy. I eventually got rid of it by going to a dermatologist, who gave me some powerful pill-form steroids--it was gone within days. However, I have mild psoriasis and that's what he treated me for, so it may not work the same way for you. I'd see a dermatologist if at all possible. Good luck!

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