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What Are The Red Rashes On The Back Of The Neck?

hi I have a question, my husband has a rash on the back of his neck that just started out real small... he thought it was a pimple at 1st, he scratched it and he said it kinda stung a little and was sore right at 1st, well he didnt think much of it then the following day he ended up getting more spots and he said that they oozed out with stuff when he went to scratch them or rub them.. hes never had this before... we are wondering if it could be shingles or possibly something else that might be contagious.. nobody else has this in our household except for him... we arent sure what it is

could you tell me your input please,,, thanks!



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Hi,

It could be a folliculitis or a herpes infection. Both the conditions are contagious. But the treatment differs. So, the diagnosis has to be confirmed by a Dermatologist.

Please do consult your Dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and to initiate proper treatment.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Are The Red Rashes On The Back Of The Neck?

Hi, It could be a folliculitis or a herpes infection. Both the conditions are contagious. But the treatment differs. So, the diagnosis has to be confirmed by a Dermatologist. Please do consult your Dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and to initiate proper treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.