erythema multiforme

[kkd555]

I have been diagnosed with erythema multiforme (a byopsy was performed) but it refuses to go away despite many treatments. I have been taking steroids and using cortison creams without much relief and we are now trying to treat me with a drug used to treat viral infections.  I have only been on this drug for 5 days but I thought I was getting some relief but now it doesn't seem to be so.

I have had this now for over 2 months, going on 3 and I wonder if anyone has heard of this problem continuing for so long with no results???

[coco4bee]

I have it too. My doctor gave me Valtrex, steriods and some cream. She said that I was allergic to heat and bacteria, but anyways, I found out that I was allergic to drugs. One day, I took an Advil liquid gel and broke out an hour later. It lasted for 6 days but after that, I discontinued consuming any sort of drugs and I never broke out again. Well, just wanted to share how my problem was resolved and I hope that you come to a solution. Take care. coco4bee

[Abundantlyblest1]

I was diagnosed with urticaria which started in '91. I would break out on my hands for about a week. The bumps would go away leaving darks spots on me. I was told I would grow out it. As I got older, I would break out on my arms, back, chest, fingers, & sometimes on my eyelids. Well urticaria, progressed to chronic urticaria, to erythema multiforme. My dermatologist did lab work & started me on Valtrex as well. With that I still didn't see much difference, I would still break out at the drop of a hat. Since then, I've found out that I'm extremely sensitive to aspirin, ibuprofen, latex, insect bites, & direct exposure to the sun for prolonged periods of time, especially on beach vacations. It got to the point where I would go to the ER when I just couldn't take it anymore. I would tell them what to do for me. Levaquin, Benadryl, & prevacid by IV. Miraculously, you could see my skin clearing up whil the IV was going. The only medication that has helped me every single time is hydroxyzine (Vistaril). It is very similar to benadryl but it works alot better. As far as the dark spots, mine have cleared up over time. I've been strugglin with this for about 18 years! Fashion Fair the Vantex cream it good for skin discoloration.

I hope this helps someone! Feel free to write me back!!