What Causes A Rash Around The Gut On Left Side Of Body?

Posted on Tue, 10 May 2016

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Question : I returned from Peru on Sunday afternoon. I had a diverticulitis attack the prior Thursday night and began taking Cipro for that on Friday morning. On Sunday evening when getting ready for bed I noticed I had a rash around my gut on the left side of my body that began at my waistline and went around to the middle of my back at the same height. It does not itch and is not what I would consider painful to touch. As the day progressed yesterday, my back began to hurt near the rash area and the rash began raised and warm to the touch. I am on the East coast and my doctor's office is not opened yet. Any ideas as to what this may be. I am a 53 year old white male in excellent health otherwise.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Upload pictures, either shingles or insect bite reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
I am Dr Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, a dermatologist.
According to your complaints it seems to be either shingles or paedrous dermatitis which is an insect bite reaction.
I would recommend you to upload the photographs of the affected areas so that I can have a clearer picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (42 minutes later)

Good morning:
After looking up the symptoms for shingles, I have every one of them. I have an appointment with my family practice this morning to confirm.

Thank you, XXXXXXX XXXX

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome!!

Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D