Question 1

what does the skin rash look like from west nile virus?

Accepted Answer

Nonspecific.: The west nile rash looks like many other viral rashes - red bumps and patches, spread over most of the body. Most people with west nile have no symptoms at all; but if you have such a rash, plus other viral symptoms (fever, headaches, fatigue, muscle pain or aches, malaise, nausea, vomiting, etc.) see a doctor promptly.

Question 2

is there a picture of the skin rash caused by west niles virus? i have 3 round spots that look like cigarette burn and each one has a few extremely small red dots that after 2 weeks have now gotten as big as the original one.

Accepted Answer

West Nile Virus: Go to the following web site on west nile virus to see the skin rash caused by this virus.
http://www.bccdc.ca/nr/rdonlyres/683e7fcb-d2bc-4d06-bdd2-cbf1b5d81e7e/0/wnv_characteristicsoftherashassociatedwithwestnilefever.pdf.

Question 3

i had a skin rash from plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine). i was put on  a 21 day taper of prednisone. how long before the prednisone increases my odds of catching viruses?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: It will take a very high dose and a much longer course of steroid to impact your immune system.

Question 4

can coxsackie virus result in an all over body rash that burns, itches and leaves the skin raised.?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There can be other causes so see your dermatologist for the exact diagnosis.

Question 5

a few days after i got sprayed by an unknown substance on the street, i developed a rash on my skin that looks like molluscum contagiosum. is it possible for me to contract molluscum contagiosum through a spray? can the virus travel in spray form?

Accepted Answer

Not molluscum: A spray is not likely to transmit molluscum contagiosum; and molluscum cannot show up sooner than a few weeks after exposure. It's something else. See a doctor if it continues or you remain concerned.

Question 6

5 months old has rash all over dr said looks like allergic reaction to prevacid, benadryl (diphenhydramine) hasnt done anything. is rash really  a reaction  or a virus?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is likely to have adverse effects on the baby such as sedation or excitation. It is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are useful for hives. They are not useful for rashes, even if an allergy. A rash "all over" had best be seen by a dermatologist. There are MANY possible types of rashes.

Question 7

can 2-3cm sized rash all over arms and legs with discoloured presentation or(colourless in appearence) after 6 weeks of initial exposure to possible hiv virus be ars or hiv symptoms?or it should be red and small in size mostly affecting upper body?

Accepted Answer

: Your rash does not appear likely to be related to HIV, but it certainly needs to be examined. You should see your primary care doctor or a dermatologist immediately. Good luck.

Question 8

1yr old son has rash all over body, low grade fever, runny nose, not sleeping well/eating was told a virus but the rash getting worse.why, what cause?tx?

Accepted Answer

Viral rash: Many viral illnesses have a final stage that includes a rash. This represents the virus+the antibody that trapped it  coming to the cooler skin surface & depositing in a faint red spot. Sometimes the pattern of the rash is quite typical for one of the many known conditions with a common name, sometimes not.Since the rash represents dead viruses, it often continues to come out after recovery begins.

Question 9

are rashes during west nile virus itchy?

Accepted Answer

For some it is.: In article entitled: ' characteristics of the rash associated
with west nile virus fever' - 33% of people with rashes described pruritus.

Question 10

is it true you can have mono flare ups at any time because the virus is still inside you? i have been feeling very tired with rashes and swollen eyes.

Accepted Answer

Mono: mono doesn't usually flare up. Mono can come with complications including chronic fatigue and muscle aches. Try to make sure to drink a lot of water, do excercise to keep your body strong and eat healthy

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What does the skin rash look like from west nile virus?

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Is there a picture of the skin rash caused by west niles virus? i have 3 round spots that look like cigarette burn and each one has a few extremely small red dots that after 2 weeks have now gotten as big as the original one.

A member asked:

I had a skin rash from plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine). i was put on a 21 day taper of prednisone. how long before the prednisone increases my odds of catching viruses?

A member asked:

Can coxsackie virus result in an all over body rash that burns, itches and leaves the skin raised.?

A member asked:

A few days after i got sprayed by an unknown substance on the street, i developed a rash on my skin that looks like molluscum contagiosum. is it possible for me to contract molluscum contagiosum through a spray? can the virus travel in spray form?

A member asked:

5 months old has rash all over dr said looks like allergic reaction to prevacid, benadryl (diphenhydramine) hasnt done anything. is rash really a reaction or a virus?

A member asked:

Can 2-3cm sized rash all over arms and legs with discoloured presentation or(colourless in appearence) after 6 weeks of initial exposure to possible hiv virus be ars or hiv symptoms?or it should be red and small in size mostly affecting upper body?

A member asked:

1yr old son has rash all over body, low grade fever, runny nose, not sleeping well/eating was told a virus but the rash getting worse.why, what cause?tx?

A member asked:

Are rashes during west nile virus itchy?

A member asked:

Is it true you can have mono flare ups at any time because the virus is still inside you? i have been feeling very tired with rashes and swollen eyes.

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