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What Causes Bubbly Red Rash All Over The Face And Body?

Hi, my boyfriend has a bubbly looking red rash all over his face, ears, neck, forearms, and partially on his back; I was guessing it might be shingles or hives but I'm not a doctor. He's tried Benadryl since yesterday and it's getting worse; any ideas?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to shingles.

I suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application.

I also suggest Cetirizine relieve the symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Bubbly Red Rash All Over The Face And Body?

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to shingles. I suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application. I also suggest Cetirizine relieve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician