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Do Shingles Concentrate In One Area Or Spread Out To Different Parts?
Was diagnosed with shingles three weeks ago. The red spots appeared on my lower back. I got anti viral medication within the three days the spots appeared. The rash never reached the blister stage. Now the spots are slowly disappearing but I see some new ones behind my right ear. is the rash supposed to be concentrated in one area or could be spread out? Do I have shingles again? Do I need to take antiviral medication again?
Thu, 26 Feb 2015
Hi. .
welcome to HCM. ..
shingles typically affects one dermatomal area.. ie., part distributed by one nerve and it will not spread to other parts. .
the rash on the back of your ear could be something different. .
Check for any symptoms of shingles there..
as you have already taken antivirals it is most unlikely to be shingles..
hope this information is helpful to you. .take care. .
Regards. .
welcome to HCM. ..
shingles typically affects one dermatomal area.. ie., part distributed by one nerve and it will not spread to other parts. .
the rash on the back of your ear could be something different. .
Check for any symptoms of shingles there..
as you have already taken antivirals it is most unlikely to be shingles..
hope this information is helpful to you. .take care. .
Regards. .
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