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What Causes A Rash On The Back Of The Knee?

Posted on Thu, 17 Aug 2017

Question: I had a rash on the back side of my knee, on the crease for two weeks now, I went to an urgent health care facility due to increase warmth and redness, the Doc their prescribed Keflex for cellulitis , he did mention it could be a rash from Lyme Disease , I have an apt next month with my PCP for physical, should I get my blood tested for Lymes now or wait until I see my Doctor?
Thank You XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get your blood tests done now

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have gone through your complaints and would recommend you to get the blood tests for Lyme disease now.
If the test comes out to be positive you can start the appropriate antibiotic at the earliest.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (21 hours later)

Thank you for answering my question regarding blood work for Lymes, I just don't, know where to get it done, as my PCP is booked up , my next appoinment with her is in November for my physical, I guess I will have to wait until that time, but I want to thank you again,
Sincerely XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome!!

Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng