What Causes A Red Sore On The Hip?

Posted on Sat, 6 May 2017

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Sat, 6 May 2017 Answered on

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Question : I have a red sore on my right hip and took off a black tick looking thing-Since I walk my dog in the woods I think I may have Lyme disease?! I have no symptoms.

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
When did this happen? Can you send an image for review?

Detailed Answer:
HI and thanks so much for this query.

Not all tick bites cause Lyme's' disease. I will like to see an image of this bite. Bites that cause Lyme's disease produce a characteristic bull's eye rash. Reviewing it can give a clue as to whether Lyme's disease is possible or not. We will then follow up with testing if the suspicion if very high. Also, is Lyme disease common in your area of residence?

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I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.

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

Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (1 hour later)

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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Not suggestive. Send a follow up image in 48hours!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

The redness shows just local erythema. This is not suggestive of lyme's disease. I will suggest that you send an image in 48hours for further review and guidance. Apply local cortisone cream for relief only at this time.

I wish you well and hope to hear from you as suggested.

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