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Are Itchy And Painful Rashes On The Hands Suggestive Of Shingles?
My mother in law has a rash on her arm that started on the top of one of her hands. At times it has hurt, some itching as well. She s seen a nurse practitioner and took steroids and an antibiotic because she has an infection a couple of weeks ago. Today I noticed more patches... there is a yellow crust on the rash on her elbow. I will contact the nurse practitioner but she thought it was dermatitis but I am wondering if it could be shingles. The NP did not think it was shingles... we also use cheer free because she has sensitive skin.
Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints.All itchy and painful rashes are not shingles your problem is due to (contact dermatitis )so take treatment for it.
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Are Itchy And Painful Rashes On The Hands Suggestive Of Shingles?
Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints.All itchy and painful rashes are not shingles your problem is due to (contact dermatitis )so take treatment for it. I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best. Thanks,