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Rash

A rash is any change in the color, texture, or appearance of the skin. The change may be localized to a particular site or may be present throughout the body. It can be itchy, red, dry, or scaly and can appear as blotches, blisters, or welts.

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I have a circular rash on my buttocks that spreads to other parts. Is it a COVID-19 rash?

Query: Hi doctor, A rash started at the buttocks, spread to the thighs, and now slowly spreading to other parts like arms, legs, chest, and stomach, but much smaller circles there. In the thigh and buttocks, there is a large patch of circles and rash. Is it inverse pityriasis rosea (Covid rash) or ringworm...  Read Full »


Dr. Meha Tyagi

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Based on your description and pictures (attachments are hidden to protect the patient's identity), tinea and pityriasis rosea both can be the possibility. For confirmation, I suggest you get a potassium hydroxide microscopy and fungal culture. Plea...  Read Full »

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