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What Causes Itchy Rashes On The Neck After A Flu Shot?
I got a flu shot 1 week ago, broke out with rash on neck behind ears , was crusty itchy. P.A. said it was shingles. Then rash was between breast and on belly. A scattered red rash very itchy. No bubbles, no weeping. I stopped medication after 5th day 5 Acyclover a day . Because it wasnt helping.
Tue, 29 Jan 2019
Hello,
It could be an allergic eruption.
As a first line management, you can take antihistamines like cetirizine for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be an allergic eruption.
As a first line management, you can take antihistamines like cetirizine for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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