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Can The Rash Above Belly Button Be A Sign Of Shingles?
hi, I am 88, developed a rash, which is above the belly button, and felt like it might be Shingles....only it is not on just one side, sorta in center. Have a burning sensation. if not Shingles, what is this? Did get some Calamine to put on it. Thanks for your info. cp
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Hello,
It could be either psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. I don't think it is shingles. shingles usually present in a stripe or band-like pattern on one side of the body.
I suggest you take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetirizine tablet once a day.
In addition I suggest you to apply a topical steroid e.g either triamcinolone acetonide or betamethasone valerate cream, twice daily.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
It could be either psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. I don't think it is shingles. shingles usually present in a stripe or band-like pattern on one side of the body.
I suggest you take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetirizine tablet once a day.
In addition I suggest you to apply a topical steroid e.g either triamcinolone acetonide or betamethasone valerate cream, twice daily.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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