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Shingles or herpes like rush on th scalp

2017-05-17 14:33:42
There's a rush on the scalp, swollen lymph nodes, stinging pain in the back of the scalp right before the rush appeared. I was wondering can this be shingles or something more serious. I just got the blood test results.
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Yes it could be considering your onset of rashes. Ease send photos using online consult for confirmation and prescription of medicine.

Answered2017-05-17 14:43:56

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