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What Causes An Itchy Rash On The Lower Back And Right Shoulder?

I have a rash that itches on my lower back and right shoulder. Since I cannot see it , I cannot tell you what it looks like. I has spread a bit, but is not painful, just itches. Could I have shingles? I am 82 years old and had Chicken pox when I was about 7. What is the first symptom of Shingles and how long does it take before you can be sure? The itching started about a week ago.
Tue, 14 Mar 2017
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Hello there,
Thanks for your post on HealthcareMagic.
I carefully read your query and able to find out your point of concern.

Dont worry it's not shingels, Because shingels is a painful skin rash. And occurs in single nerve supplying area.

You have no pain only itching and it is spreading. I think you are suffering from ring worm. It is a fungal infection.

My advice is avoid use of soap on that area,
use antifungal cream like fluconazole,
and Fluconazole capsule orally. Maintain personal hygiene.

I think it will help you.
Wish your good health.
Regardss
Dr. Atiqul
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What Causes An Itchy Rash On The Lower Back And Right Shoulder?

Hello there, Thanks for your post on HealthcareMagic. I carefully read your query and able to find out your point of concern. Dont worry it s not shingels, Because shingels is a painful skin rash. And occurs in single nerve supplying area. You have no pain only itching and it is spreading. I think you are suffering from ring worm. It is a fungal infection. My advice is avoid use of soap on that area, use antifungal cream like fluconazole, and Fluconazole capsule orally. Maintain personal hygiene. I think it will help you. Wish your good health. Regardss Dr. Atiqul