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What Causes Recurring Rashes Above The Pelvis Bone With Blisters And Itching?
Hi, I have been getting a small rash above my pelvic bone that gets small blisters and turns red an itches. It only happens about 3 times a year. I am married and have been with the same partner for 7 years but this started to occur about 4 years ago.
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Seems most likely that this is herpes genitalis; recurrence and morphology of the rash seems to suggest this.
Genital herpes is caused by a virus, herpes simplex virus (HSV Type 2); it is a sexually acquired infection from an infected partner.
Herpes is a local infection i.e the infection is localized to the area where it was first acquired.
There can be relapses; relapses are caused by virus multiplication which subsequently travels down the nerve and causes fluid filled lesions.
The episodes may be accompanied by Itching and burning sensation.
I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis.
If I was the treating doctor I would like you as well as your partner to be tested for HSV by blood test.
Treatment is with Oral antivirals like Acyclovir Or Valacyclovir.
Regards
Seems most likely that this is herpes genitalis; recurrence and morphology of the rash seems to suggest this.
Genital herpes is caused by a virus, herpes simplex virus (HSV Type 2); it is a sexually acquired infection from an infected partner.
Herpes is a local infection i.e the infection is localized to the area where it was first acquired.
There can be relapses; relapses are caused by virus multiplication which subsequently travels down the nerve and causes fluid filled lesions.
The episodes may be accompanied by Itching and burning sensation.
I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis.
If I was the treating doctor I would like you as well as your partner to be tested for HSV by blood test.
Treatment is with Oral antivirals like Acyclovir Or Valacyclovir.
Regards
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