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Are Red Sore Break Outs On Arms, Chest And Torso Indicative Of Shingles?

Hello....I have broken out with sores on my chest both arms and across my torso in a jagged line of sorts. I don t know if they were blisters because i broke out while sleeping. Yes, I did have chills a few nights in a row and had been under a doctor s care for inner ear infection and sinus infection. I scratched while in bed and then I had these really red sores. Some are very painful to the touch. They seeped and now beginning to look a little better but not all. I have been reading about shingles but every thing I have read says it usually affects only one side. So I am confused on what this could be.
Thu, 28 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red sore break outs on arms, chest and torso, it could be shingles due to poor immunity and increased susceptibility of getting infected by viruses. Well it can occur due to reasons like contact dermatitis , allergic reaction due to detergent, soap , fragrance , chemical, poison oak or ivy, an animal bite, or an insect sting and lyme disease . Need not to worry. Avoid touching or pricking these red rashes. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory . For now take benadryl twice a day , apply cold compresses , avoid direct sun exposure and avoid any cosmetic product. You should take plenty of fluids to rehydrate body.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Are Red Sore Break Outs On Arms, Chest And Torso Indicative Of Shingles?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red sore break outs on arms, chest and torso, it could be shingles due to poor immunity and increased susceptibility of getting infected by viruses. Well it can occur due to reasons like contact dermatitis , allergic reaction due to detergent, soap , fragrance , chemical, poison oak or ivy, an animal bite, or an insect sting and lyme disease . Need not to worry. Avoid touching or pricking these red rashes. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory . For now take benadryl twice a day , apply cold compresses , avoid direct sun exposure and avoid any cosmetic product. You should take plenty of fluids to rehydrate body. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari