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Can i be having an allergic reaction to lidocaine?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Extremely rare: Most likely an allergic reaction to other components in mixed with the Lidocaine or epinephrine.

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Rare: But possible. Discuss with your doctor.

Answered 3/29/2014

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