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What Does A Red Pimple Like Rash On Back And Under Arm Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 18 Jul 2014

Question: I have Red pimple like rash on my back and under arm the burn a little

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Details required.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for the query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
It is not clear about type of rash, duration,other symptoms, exact site, number, morphology,drug intake history etc. You can upload photos, reports and investigations done if any.

It may be due to simple infections(bacterial , viral, fungal etc) including herpes zoster, allergies or contact dermatitis .

You can apply calamine lotions to alleviate, if not dry and is burning in the area.

Awaiting other details...
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (22 minutes later)

here is a pic

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Herpes zoster infection?

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
The photo shows grouped vesicles in the axillary area.I hope it is same in the back.
It may be due to herpes zoster infection.confirm this with your doctor. You need to start with antivirals like acyclovir and take in prescribed dose for at least 7 -14 days along with anti inflammatory analgesics.Topical antiviral or antibiotic creams may be applied.The earlier you start treatment better to avoid any future complications like residual neuralgic pain.
Hope you consult soon your doctor for confirmation.
If you are satisfied you can Close discussion or ask further clarifications.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj