Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Skin Rashes After Taking Antibiotics?

I had a reaction to a bite (not sure what kind) that caused me to break out in a rash. One place blistered and looked burned. I went to the doctor and received a steroid shot, an antibiotic shot and a tetanus shot.I was prescribed a steroid pack and an anitbiotic. Today would have been my last day to take the antibiotic (10th day). A couple of days ago I started breaking out in a rash on my back, around my breast, my armpits, and around my stomach area. I am itching like crazy. Is this a reaction to the medicines or should I go back to the doctor to get this checked out? Thanks.
posted on Mon, 13 Oct 2014
Twitter Fri, 3 Apr 2015 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 6 Apr 2015 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Neurologist, Surgical,  's  Response
Hi there, thanks for writing in. I think that your reaction is most likely related to the medications (and very possibly either the antibiotic or the steroid), but it is difficult to tell without seeing it in person or knowing what the antibiotic was. Steroid induced rash is a common side effect, as is a delayed hypersensitivity after a course of antibiotics. I recommend that you do return to your doctor and have it looked at, so that you can hopefully identify what caused it so you can avoid it in the future. I wish you the best and hope my answer was helpful to you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further information on diet changes to reduce allergy symptoms or to boost your immunity, Ask here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Skin Rashes After Taking Antibiotics?

Hi there, thanks for writing in. I think that your reaction is most likely related to the medications (and very possibly either the antibiotic or the steroid), but it is difficult to tell without seeing it in person or knowing what the antibiotic was. Steroid induced rash is a common side effect, as is a delayed hypersensitivity after a course of antibiotics. I recommend that you do return to your doctor and have it looked at, so that you can hopefully identify what caused it so you can avoid it in the future. I wish you the best and hope my answer was helpful to you.