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What Causes Skin Rashes Around The Neck And Chest Region In The Elderly?

what could cause a bright red raised skin infection around the neck and upper chest. It looks like impetigo but the patient is a 65 year old man. There has been no change in detergents, skin products, etc. It erupted very quickly - in a matter of about 2 hours.
Tue, 18 Sep 2018
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Hi,

The raised akin rash is commonly due to hives (urticaria) which occurs in a short period of time.

As you have mentioned it as a skin infection it could be erysipelas. Treatment varies for both the conditions.

Urticaria is usually managed with antihistamines and erysipelas is managed with antibiotics.

I request you to consult your Dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and to initiate the treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist
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What Causes Skin Rashes Around The Neck And Chest Region In The Elderly?

Hi, The raised akin rash is commonly due to hives (urticaria) which occurs in a short period of time. As you have mentioned it as a skin infection it could be erysipelas. Treatment varies for both the conditions. Urticaria is usually managed with antihistamines and erysipelas is managed with antibiotics. I request you to consult your Dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and to initiate the treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist