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Suggest Treatment For Painful Rashes And Red Patches On My Upper Thigh
Hi Doctor, I have painful (burning and itching) rashes and red patches on my upper thighs, close to the buttocks and on the back near the hip line. The condition has been there for a few days now. I also have some rashes on my arms near the shoulder & back. I have applied Calahyst locally. Can you suggest any remedy Kalyn Krishnan
Mon, 4 Nov 2019
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to shingles. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medication to relieve the burning such as Ibuprofen. I also suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application at the rash area. You can take Acyclovir tablets three times a day for a week.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to shingles. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medication to relieve the burning such as Ibuprofen. I also suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application at the rash area. You can take Acyclovir tablets three times a day for a week.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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