Lamictal rash?

Hello, I am new to these threads but I am actually really concerned right now. I started lamictal about 4.5 weeks ago. My Dr started me on 25 mg for 1 week, then 50 mg the next, then 75 and finally 100.
I now have reddish/purplish spot ALL OVER my body. And 1 spot in particular hurts so incredibly bad that I feel as though I have hot coals laid out on my back. It burns so badly that the only relief I get is to place a cold/wet washcloth over my back (the burning spot is near my left shoulder blade, and the worst part of that area is right where my bra strap is.).
At 1st I thought the pain/burning sensation was from working so many hours and my back hurting. Or I thought that it was an ingrown hair or something that was hurting. I have no clue. Maybe I was in denial and it was wishful thinking.
The meds actually have helped with my seizures tremendously, and with my mood. So I wasn't wanting to stop taking it. But this pain is unbearable. The burning sensation and pain I feel currently has been affecting me since almost immediately after beginning the regiment. Then after I realized it was hurting even if I was not working but only watching TV, I racked my brain thinking of what could be causing it.
My point being that I want to know if my symptoms sound more like the common lamictal rash or if these are symptoms of Stevens Johnson syndrome or worse TENs. I am very scared because of this pain. I have pictures showing how rapidly this rash is growing. It covers around 60% of my body. But these spots are nothing compared to my back in terms of pain. This burning sensation is becoming unbearable! Any ideas from anyone? Any inputs or comments would and will be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks!

You definitely need to see a doctor ASAP. Are you still taking the lamictal? You also need to find out ASAP if you need to hold it.

I had the rash and it was so painful that I could barely stand to shower for days.

warm waster was just too much.

Any rash on Lamictal needs checked, but one that is spreading quickly and causing pain needs checked for sure.


I hope you feel better soon.

I agree. Call your doctor ASAP.

Probably ER worthy. Lamictal rash can be quite serious.

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Originally Posted by Brittnmatt1026 Hello, I am new to these threads but I am actually really concerned right now. I started lamictal about 4.5 weeks ago. My Dr started me on 25 mg for 1 week, then 50 mg the next, then 75 and finally 100. I now have reddish/purplish spot ALL OVER my body. And 1 spot in particular hurts so incredibly bad that I feel as though I have hot coals laid out on my back. It burns so badly that the only relief I get is to place a cold/wet washcloth over my back (the burning spot is near my left shoulder blade, and the worst part of that area is right where my bra strap is.). At 1st I thought the pain/burning sensation was from working so many hours and my back hurting. Or I thought that it was an ingrown hair or something that was hurting. I have no clue. Maybe I was in denial and it was wishful thinking. The meds actually have helped with my seizures tremendously, and with my mood. So I wasn't wanting to stop taking it. But this pain is unbearable. The burning sensation and pain I feel currently has been affecting me since almost immediately after beginning the regiment. Then after I realized it was hurting even if I was not working but only watching TV, I racked my brain thinking of what could be causing it. My point being that I want to know if my symptoms sound more like the common lamictal rash or if these are symptoms of Stevens Johnson syndrome or worse TENs. I am very scared because of this pain. I have pictures showing how rapidly this rash is growing. It covers around 60% of my body. But these spots are nothing compared to my back in terms of pain. This burning sensation is becoming unbearable! Any ideas from anyone? Any inputs or comments would and will be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks!

I hope you got checked out! How are you doing?

I also hope you've had the rash checked out. How are you feeling now?

Absolutely, see your doc ASAP! I had Lamictal rash. However mine was limited to my chest & didn't hurt... just a bunch of red blotches. I went in to see my GP and he sent me right away to see a dermatologist whose offices were in the same building. She was on her way out when my GP called. But she stayed to see me. They took me off of the Lamictal forthwith. And the rash faded away. Given what you describe, if you can't get in to see your doctor immediately, I'd be in agreement with ArtleyWilkins. Your condition may well be ER-worthy. Best wishes...

I agree on this one. A lamictal rash needs treatment ASAP, they may even need to put you in the burn victim unit (not to scare you, but it really does need looking at). Even if it is the mild rash, you can at least put your mind at ease.

Please update us as you can.