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I woke up with a painful rash on my forehead last week. What could be the reason?

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Hello doctor,

A week back, I woke up with a painful rash on my forehead after visiting the ER for swollen lymph nodes on my neck the previous day. I am taking HUMIRA pen injections and never had such rashes before. I have not gotten a lab test yet. Please help.
Answered by Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Hello,

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I read your query and can understand your concern. I think you have herpes zoster infection due to the reactivation of varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox virus) in the body, which is one of the side effects of HUMIRA pen (Adalimumab). It usually presents as vesicles on one side of the body with pain and burning due to nerve involvement. I suggest you take the antiviral medicine, tablet Valacyclovir 1 gm three times a day, along with tablet Paracetamol 500 mg for the pain. Sometimes, the pain persists after the lesion is healed; early initiation of antiviral therapy may reduce that. Also, I do not know for what condition you are taking HUMIRA pens. After consulting with your physician, withhold it for five to seven days.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At February 13, 2022
Reviewed At September 7, 2023

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Dermatology

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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