I have painful rashes on thigh that spreads? Is it shingles?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have got very painful rashes on my left thigh which seems to be going up to my spinal cord. Is it shingles? I do not know but I want a good diagnosis soon. Please help.

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

Yes, this does look like shingles. Please visit a dermatologist on an urgent basis and start on antivirals like Acyclovir or Valacyclovir as soon as possible. Other possible causes for the sudden occurrence of such lesions can be irritant contact dermatitis that you can rule out by thinking if you have come in contact with any chemicals or insects in these areas.

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Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

You can take the prescription medicine from any general practitioner around. For now, start on Acyclovir 800 milligrams, five times a day along with painkillers like Ibuprofen. But as a first thing, get a complete examination done by your physician tomorrow morning.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.