HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Small Blisters And Itching On The Chest?

I have a cluster of small blisters on the left side of my chest above the nipple area its been there a few days now and no matter what I try it doesn t seem to heal or get any better. The night before I noticed it I felt a slight stinging and itchiness in the same area. Should I be worried?
Fri, 16 Dec 2016
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi,
Kindly consult the dermatologist immediately. Most probably you may be having a viral skin disease called herpes zoster. It is caused by varicella zoster virus. You may be having clustered vesicular eruption on one side with burning pain and pruritus. You should take treatment promptly.

I would suggest...

- antiviral drugs like acyclovir tablet in proper doses
- steroid in tapering dose to prevent post herpetic neuralgia
- pain killer
- antihistaminics
- silver sulfadiazine cream to apply on the lesions

I hope you may be alright in few weeks.

I hope you got my answer.

Thanks..

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Small Blisters And Itching On The Chest?

Hi, Kindly consult the dermatologist immediately. Most probably you may be having a viral skin disease called herpes zoster. It is caused by varicella zoster virus. You may be having clustered vesicular eruption on one side with burning pain and pruritus. You should take treatment promptly. I would suggest... - antiviral drugs like acyclovir tablet in proper doses - steroid in tapering dose to prevent post herpetic neuralgia - pain killer - antihistaminics - silver sulfadiazine cream to apply on the lesions I hope you may be alright in few weeks. I hope you got my answer. Thanks.. Dr.Ilyas Patel MD