OK, so I started Tec 6 weeks ago. I had an allergic reaction to Tysabri on my second dose so after the big decision to try that, I wasn't too thrilled to be back to the drawing boards.
Overall, Tec makes me feel ok. I have had no real GI issues so I was happy, I was really expecting some of that.
But, I've had flushing since day 1. It isn't predictable. At first it lasted maybe 15-20 minutes. Well, its been steadily increasing in length and severity. Now, I flush from head to toe and it lasts almost 2 hours. My face turns completely red and my body is red and splotchy.
My family says its noticeably more severe now, like, I'm a deeper red color. When these more severe episodes have happened at work, everyone who sees me panics!
I've tried to take baby aspirin, benadryl, eat a filling meal with some fat. Because its not getting any better, my neuro wants me to stop and consider something else.
Additionally, I'm not only hot feelings but I'm so very itchy and prickly feeling all over.
How long do your flushing symptoms last? Have the changed over time? I'm just wondering how normal or abnormal my reaction is compared to others?!
Overall, Tec makes me feel ok. I have had no real GI issues so I was happy, I was really expecting some of that.
But, I've had flushing since day 1. It isn't predictable. At first it lasted maybe 15-20 minutes. Well, its been steadily increasing in length and severity. Now, I flush from head to toe and it lasts almost 2 hours. My face turns completely red and my body is red and splotchy.
My family says its noticeably more severe now, like, I'm a deeper red color. When these more severe episodes have happened at work, everyone who sees me panics!
I've tried to take baby aspirin, benadryl, eat a filling meal with some fat. Because its not getting any better, my neuro wants me to stop and consider something else.
Additionally, I'm not only hot feelings but I'm so very itchy and prickly feeling all over.
How long do your flushing symptoms last? Have the changed over time? I'm just wondering how normal or abnormal my reaction is compared to others?!
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