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Are Breakouts On The Arms, Chest, Back And Stomach Something That Requires Immediate Medical Attention?

Posted on Mon, 20 Dec 2021

Question: I, as well as my spouse, have been having some breakouts on my arms, chest, back, and stomach. We also have had symptoms of bloating and passing a lot of gas, and burping. It is very scary and I am becoming a nervous wreck. I have had several HIV tests, and been tested for bacterial STI's and they have all came back negative. So now I am beginning to wonder are these symptoms of hepatitis or maybe h. pylori? Please help

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly upload images

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I request you to kindly upload a few images of the affected areas in "Reports Section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you better. Also let me know if you have any associated symptoms?like itching?pain?burning?

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (46 hours later)

Yes I have been having some itching and pain with the breakouts. I have submitted a few pictures.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (29 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Scabies

Detailed Answer:
Thank you.
Seems like scabies. I suggest you to apply permethrin 5%cream. Single, overnight application to the whole body from neck downwards is sufficient. Both partners should treat simultaneously. In addition I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana