I have had psoriasis and PSA arthritis my entire life. I started Enbrel and then switched years ago to Humira. I have been using it for years and its been terrific. However, two weeks ago, I had strep throat, started amoxycillian for it, and got better after a few days. I took the amoxycillian for 8 days, was feeling over the strep, and needed the Humira shot, so I did the shot. The next day I woke up with what we beleived were hives...as the day progressed they got worse, and i went o the doctor. He said I had an allergic reaction to the amoxycillian and stop taking it, and use some steroids to clear up the hives...long story short, i was back two more times, as they continued to get worse, more and more steroids, to no avail and finally to my pcp, and then to a dermatiologist. The dermotologist said he beleives it is a servere psoriasas outbreak caused by the strep. He has to do a biopsy and bllod work and cant do anything till the results come back. Now, one week later, my body is covered about 80% including my head and itches so bad i cant stand it. Benadryll doesnt touch it, two Zyrtecs help but not enough, and a prescription isnt helping either.
I called again today and of course, had to leave a msg, but pleading that there has to be something we can do!
Has anyone ever heard of this? I can not find anything. It is so unsightly and now covers the back of my hands...which does not help in a professional world.
Thank you for any help or support.