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Suggest Treatment For Spreading Rash On Thigh, Lower Back And Lower Legs

Posted on Mon, 29 Jun 2015

Question: Hi! I seem to have XXXXXXX a red rash on mu thighs, lower back and it is spreading to lower legs, arms and shoulders. I have had it for a few days; it's not really itchy all of the time. My concern is that family is coming to visit, could I have something contagious? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better

Detailed Answer:
Hello

My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.

I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions please:

1. since when are you having this problem?
2. did it start after taking some particular food or after going to bed?
3. Are you allergic to some food?
4. did such problem occur in past?
5. can you share a close clear image of the rash?
6. is anyone else in the family also having similar complaint?
7. any history of fever or sore throat?

I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Replied by Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf , 9 hours ago

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (10 hours later)

Good morning! Thank you for your answers. In reply to your questions: 1. I have had the rash for a week; 2. Nothing new eaten or soap, cream, meds; 3. I am lactose intolerant; 4. This is the first time for the rash; 5. I will try to take a photo & send, but in comparison to the photos from the Mayo Clinic, it most closely resembles the chicken pox rash; 6. I am a widow, living alone, so no one else has it; 7. Nothing recent.
I await your guidance. I am particularly concerned since my family will be soon arriving for the weekend(celebrate my birthday) and I have a 19 month old grandson. My hope is that I am not contagious, help!
Sincerely, XXXX

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
most probably allergic rash

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them. Sorry for a delayed response. It would have been better if you had shared an image as well. Chickenpox usually occurs at a younger age. There is a possibility that it could be an allergic rash. If i were your treating dr then i would have advised following things:

- Cetirizine one at night for 5 days.
- wash your bedding & clothing thoroughly.
- Try not to scratch rash else it might leave scar.

Hopefully you will see improvement in 3-4 days BUT if condition remains same or aggravates then you need to visit hospital & get an appointment for a "Consultant Dermatologist" for examination of rash followed by prescription.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar