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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Bumps On Arm
Question: I have a cluster of red bumps on my arm that just appeared on my arm in a matter of hours. The bumps itched the first few hours and today on day three started to burn really bad. Nothing helps, I put antibiotic cream on it and I have iced it to try to sooth the burn. Nothing helps. I'm allergic to many things. As to medicines, I'm allergic to aspirin, nsaids, betadine.
Brief Answer:
shingles?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
This sounds like herpes zoster (commonly called shingles). If it is shingles, and the burning certainly makes it sound like that then you need to see a doctor right away and get an antiviral medication. This needs to be started as soon as possible and definitely within 72 hours of the outbreak. Anyone who has had chickenpox may get shingles. It typically presents as a burning rash that follows a nerve root on only one side of the body.
It is best for you to see a doctor right away even if that means going to an urgent care of Emergency.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
shingles?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
This sounds like herpes zoster (commonly called shingles). If it is shingles, and the burning certainly makes it sound like that then you need to see a doctor right away and get an antiviral medication. This needs to be started as soon as possible and definitely within 72 hours of the outbreak. Anyone who has had chickenpox may get shingles. It typically presents as a burning rash that follows a nerve root on only one side of the body.
It is best for you to see a doctor right away even if that means going to an urgent care of Emergency.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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