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Can Small Rashes On The Back Be Symptoms Of Shingles?
I have a few small rashes on my right side toward my back. My side is very sensitive to touch and sore could I have a mild case of shingles? I ve had chickenpox as a child and I had a mild case of shingles in my 20 s. I m 58, normal weight female, play a lot of tennis.
Mon, 10 Dec 2018
Hello,
Yes, there is a possibility it could be shingles. shingles have a typical rash and your physician will be able to help you. You need to get it checked as soon as possible for the treatment to be effective.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shilpi Kulshreshtha, General & Family Physician
Yes, there is a possibility it could be shingles. shingles have a typical rash and your physician will be able to help you. You need to get it checked as soon as possible for the treatment to be effective.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shilpi Kulshreshtha, General & Family Physician
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