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Is It The Beginning Of Shingles?

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Posted on Mon, 2 Sep 2024
Question: Had a sore throat for a week and now it's just a tickle. But have this rash just starting to form on my butt. Is it the beginning of shingles?
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Seems like folliculitis

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.

I see the picture you attached and it doesn't seem related to shingles.
It seems like folliculitis, inflammation or infection of hair follicles.
Using antibacterial soap to wash them is recommended.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
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Is It The Beginning Of Shingles?

Brief Answer: Seems like folliculitis Detailed Answer: Hello, I read your query and here is my advice. I see the picture you attached and it doesn't seem related to shingles. It seems like folliculitis, inflammation or infection of hair follicles. Using antibacterial soap to wash them is recommended. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Thanks.