Suggest Treatment For Rashes On The Shoulder

Posted on Sun, 16 Apr 2017

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Question : Yes, I have a rash mostly on my shoulder...it does not itch, but it is sensitive to touch as are other parts of my body. Also, I get sharp shooting pains in my head every few minutes. YYYY@YYYY

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Seems to be shingles, take antiviral medication

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have gone through your complaints as well as reviewed the attached photograph.
You seem to be having shingles as I can appreciate few blisters and excoriations along with redness.
If I was your treating doctor I would recommend you to take antiviral medication like tablet valciclovir 1 gram thrice daily for 7-10 days.
For pain you can take continue with tablet advil or tablet tramadol.
These are prescription drugs and you need to see the doctor in person to get them.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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