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What Causes Burning Sensation And Red Rashes On The Scalp?

Posted on Mon, 20 Feb 2017

Question: I have a rash on my head that started about 4 days ago and it seems to be spreading and it burns. It started out about 1/2 inch and is now 2-3 inches.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly upload images

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and i have noted your concern.
I request you to kindly take a clear image of the affected area and upload it in "Reports Section" so that i am able to guide you better.

Regards

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (13 minutes later)

I found a few pictures online that look somewhat similar.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possibly it is shingles but i cant confirm without image

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

I would like to rule out herpes zoster/ shingles. It presents as painful or burning sensation and a rash which blisters. Herpes zoster is unilateral.
Do you have a camera? click it and then transfer it to your desktop computer. If rewuired you may take help of customer care team of healthcaremagic.

Regards

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