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Suggest Remedy For Painful Rashes In The Chest Area

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Posted on Tue, 20 Oct 2015
Question: My wife got a rash in the chest area today. One inch in diametre , red in colour and looked watery. It has got a burning sensation and some pain. If cleaned with water the burning sensation increases. When she applies Boroline ointment the burning sensation reduces.
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Looks to be herpes zoster.

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, history and clear picture.

This is more suggestive or herpes zoster.
I would advise you to take to a Doctor, preferably a Dermatologist and get the diagnosis confirmed and get started on a proper treatment. (you have to get a prescription as the medicines required are prescription based)

This is a viral infection hence no need to apply anything locally.

I hope this answer helps you to get an early diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Suggest Remedy For Painful Rashes In The Chest Area

Brief Answer: Looks to be herpes zoster. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query, history and clear picture. This is more suggestive or herpes zoster. I would advise you to take to a Doctor, preferably a Dermatologist and get the diagnosis confirmed and get started on a proper treatment. (you have to get a prescription as the medicines required are prescription based) This is a viral infection hence no need to apply anything locally. I hope this answer helps you to get an early diagnosis and proper treatment.