Question 1

do bed bug bites look like shingles?

Accepted Answer

Bed Bugs: No.  They have very different characteristics.  Please google each and click on images at top to see what each one looks like.

Question 2

i was wondering are bed bug bites ever mistaken for shingles?

Accepted Answer

That would be very: Unlikely. Shingles presents with a very painful, burning rash with blisters that is often in a stripe in a limited area of one side of the body. Bed bug bites may
have no sx's/signs except for 2 small skin puncture points.  A reaction may show from an hr to several days later. It can cause itchy, pink, swollen, lesions w clear center. If hypersensite blisters may occur. A telltale sign is linear &gt;.

Question 3

i have itchy bumps for 5 weeks ...i don't know what it is. i don't have diabetes, i've had shingles a year ago...not sure if its scabies or bug bites.

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: These bumps could be anything including scabies, bed bugs, bug bites, fleas, etc. A picture or description of their pattern would help. I have practice in anaheim and laguna niguel. Call my office at 949-360-4400 and i would gladly help identify this condition for you. In the meantime, try otc cortisone and/or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help control the itch.

Question 4

i have 3 red (bites/rashes) biggest, bigger and big on my rib cage. a dr said shingles but i think bug bites (bed bugs?). i found zero bugs in my bed.

Accepted Answer

Topical antibiotics: Pain, redness, sometimes itching, blisters and a rash especially along a rib, that does not cross the midline either in the front or back, is very concerning and characteristic  for shingles. Antiviral medication would best treat this. If it's just a localized area of redness and swelling, topical antibiotics may be helpful.

Question 5

i have 3 bumps on the back of my leg that at first glance look like bug bites but up close there are lots of tiny little bumps in each big bump?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: If the problem persists. It is often difficult to tell what might have caused these bumps even with a direct look and nearly impossible with just a vague description. If these bumps don't hurt or itch, just watch it for a few days. If these lesions persist for more than a couple of weeks or get worse, see your doctor

Question 6

my my little brother got bit by something he has a couple little bites probably like six or seven of them in a little group and he doesn't say their mosquito itches there just burning more like  but they do look like bug bites , what could it be ?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell: If it is a cluster, it is unlikely to be from mosquito.  Also they may not be from a bug bite at all.   See your doctor especially if the lesions get infected.

Question 7

i noticed some red spots on my stomach. but its not anywhere else. they look like bug bites. im scared should i be putting anything on it?

Accepted Answer

Stomach rash: You need to have them examined to determine what they are, see your doctor.

Question 8

can valtrex (valacyclovir) cause itchy rashes that look like bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Valtrex (valacyclovir) can commonly cause a rash as a side effect. Some rashes are more serious than others so I would suggest seeing your prescriber. If you are having any trouble breathing. please report to the nearest ER ASAP. Good luck!

Question 9

i have little red spots popping up all over my body that look like bug bites, could this be bed bugs? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It could be several things, from insect bites to possibly hives, viral infection, or something else. I would recommend having your physician evaluate the rash to reach a more definitive diagnosis.

Question 10

i have little red spots on my scalp look like bug bites. i have itchy scalp and now dandruff what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Sounds: like PSORIASIS of the scalp...just a thought but see your Primary Care Provider for confirmation!
Hope this is helpful

Dr Z

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Can shingles look like bug bites

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Do bed bug bites look like shingles?

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I was wondering are bed bug bites ever mistaken for shingles?

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I have itchy bumps for 5 weeks ...i don't know what it is. i don't have diabetes, i've had shingles a year ago...not sure if its scabies or bug bites.

A member asked:

I have 3 red (bites/rashes) biggest, bigger and big on my rib cage. a dr said shingles but i think bug bites (bed bugs?). i found zero bugs in my bed.

A member asked:

I have 3 bumps on the back of my leg that at first glance look like bug bites but up close there are lots of tiny little bumps in each big bump?

A member asked:

My my little brother got bit by something he has a couple little bites probably like six or seven of them in a little group and he doesn't say their mosquito itches there just burning more like but they do look like bug bites , what could it be ?

A member asked:

I noticed some red spots on my stomach. but its not anywhere else. they look like bug bites. im scared should i be putting anything on it?

A member asked:

Can valtrex (valacyclovir) cause itchy rashes that look like bug bites?

A member asked:

I have little red spots popping up all over my body that look like bug bites, could this be bed bugs? what should i do?

A member asked:

I have little red spots on my scalp look like bug bites. i have itchy scalp and now dandruff what could this be?

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