What Causes Rash With Red Bumps, Hives, Itching In Left Groin Area?

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2014

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Question : I have a rash with red bumps, hives, itchy and located in my left groin area and above my pubic hair. Got it two nights ago

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Likely herpes zoster.consult doctor immediately

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query.I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
It appears that you have lesion only on one side .
These if along dermatome pattern may be due to herpes zoster.It may be associated with burning sensation or pain. If so treatment should be initiated at earliest with antivirals like acyclovir .
So please consult your doctor immediately for diagnosis and initiation of treatment.
These can have post neuralgia like symptoms later.
If only itching it may be allergic contact dermatitis also.
Please get back if you need clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (11 hours later)

Would getting the "shingles vaccine" at this time be an effective treatment?

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

Brief Answer:
Not given usually with active rash.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
Zoster vaccine is usually not given during presence of rash.It is given after disappearance of rash.
These can be given even in those with prior zoster history.
It may reduce chances of recurrence of zoster and post herpetic neuralgia.
Please consult your doctor for appropriate time.
You can get back if you need any clarification else you can please close the discussion.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj