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Yes, this is worth taking seriously β€” please contact your medical team today. At 250+ days post-transplant, a red line and rash on your leg alongside pain could be a sign of something that needs prompt attention.

A red line traveling from a rash can sometimes indicate an infection spreading through the lymphatic system Show Full Answer

Yes, this is worth taking seriously β€” please contact your medical team today. At 250+ days post-transplant, a red line and rash on your leg alongside pain could be a sign of something that needs prompt attention.

A red line traveling from a rash can sometimes indicate an infection spreading through the lymphatic system, which needs to be evaluated quickly. After a stem cell transplant, your immune system is still rebuilding, making infections harder to fight off. It's also worth knowing that rashes after a stem cell transplant can be a sign of Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD). GVHD is when the donated stem cells react against your body. Symptoms to watch for alongside your rash include:

- Fever
- Nausea or vomiting
- Joint pain
- Fatigue
- Discolored skin or yellowing of the eyes
- Abdominal cramps

GVHD can develop even months after a transplant, so being at day +250 doesn't rule it out.

Please don't wait on this one β€” reach out to your transplant team or go to urgent care today, especially if you notice the red line spreading or develop a fever. Better safe than sorry! πŸ₯

5 days ago
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Tha k you im getting ahold of them

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