Small round red dots on the skin after Rituximab (part of R-CHOP treatment) can happen and are worth paying attention to. There are a couple of possible explanations.
One possibility is an allergic reaction to Rituximab, which can cause an itchy rash. Signs of an allergic reaction to watch for include:
- An itchy rash
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Small round red dots on the skin after Rituximab (part of R-CHOP treatment) can happen and are worth paying attention to. There are a couple of possible explanations.
One possibility is an allergic reaction to Rituximab, which can cause an itchy rash. Signs of an allergic reaction to watch for include:
- An itchy rash
- Swollen lips, throat, or face
- Trouble breathing
- Fever and chills
If you're experiencing any of these alongside the red dots, contact your health care team right away. Another possibility is that low platelet levels (thrombocytopenia), which can be a side effect of treatment, may cause small red or purple dots on the skin called petechiae. These appear because the blood isn't clotting as well as it should.
Either way, it's really important to let your doctor or care team know about these dots as soon as possible so they can figure out what's causing them and help you feel better. Don't wait on this one! 🩺
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