Question 1

is this a west nile virus rash? i got bit by mosquitoes while sleeping. see my profile picture. this is the only bite like that.

Accepted Answer

Non-specific: A rash or local reaction from an insect bite is non-specific.  This rash could be from any insect, including a mosquito.  You can try to reduce the swelling with ice, and itch with an antihistamine (benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin) or topical steroid cream.  If you start experiencing fever, chills, headache, body aches, this could be a sign of something more, and you should contact a Dr. immediately.

Question 2

is 99 a normal body temp? i have 35 masquito bites and i'm scared i have west nile. some look like rashes. very tired.

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Temp is fine.: Most people don’t have sx’s w West Nile virus. Mild sx’s occur in about 20% of people;  which can include fever, eye pain, generalized body aches, headaches, feeling really tired, &amp; possible enlarged lymph nodes or rash. About 1% have severe illness which can include neurologic problems. Possible sx’s include: seizures, severe headache w stiffness of the neck, high fever, confusion &amp; weakness.

Question 3

are rashes during west nile virus itchy?

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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 4

what does west nile rash look like?

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West nile virus rash: It is variable in different pt.

Rash was most commonly described as maculopapular in 12 patients (80%) (figure 1), and macular in 3 (20%). For the 14 patients for whom the rash onset history was known, rash began on the trunk alone in 6 patients (43%), on the head or neck in 3 (21%), on the upper extremities in 2 (14%), on the lower extremities in 1 (7%), and on a combination of sites in 2 (14%).

Question 5

what does the west nile skin rash feel like?

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West Nile: Most people infected with the west nile virus have no signs or symptoms.
About 20 percent of people develop a mild infection called west nile fever. Common signs and symptoms of west nile fever include:
fever, 
headache, 
body aches, 
fatigue, 
back pain, 
skin rash (occasionally), 
swollen lymph glands (occasionally), 
eye pain (occasionally).

Question 6

what does the west nile virus rash look like?

Accepted Answer

West Nile Virus: About 20% of people who are infected w west nile virus may develop a rash. The rash is variable ; may be maculopapular or macular. Most people don’t have sx’s w west nile virus. An article entitled “characteristics of the rash associated with west nile virus fever” indicated that 33% of people w a rash had pruritus.

Question 7

what does the west nile virus rash looks like?

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Generalized with...: A maculopapular rash (red flat or red bumps) with can itch.  Occurs after 5-7 days of illness.

Question 8

what does a rash from west nile fever look like?

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Non-specific...: Good question. Some people don't develop a rash while others do. Unfortunately, there is no characteristic rash to wnv. It will typically form a light, red sometimes lacy rash cornering most of the body- this is what  is known as a viral "xanthem".

Question 9

can i have an itchy rash from west nile without having the other symptoms? is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

The Vile Nile Virus: First, remember that a lot of viruses can cause a rash, sometimes itchy and sometimes without many other symptoms but when it comes to West Nile, no, the usual is with other symptoms(fever,aches,swollen glands, fatigue--kinda like Mono)--yes, the rash can itch, &amp; it's usually on the trunk.West Nile itself is usually not dangerous, but 1% or less of those infected can get encephalitis (brain burn)

Question 10

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.

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Is this a west nile virus rash? i got bit by mosquitoes while sleeping. see my profile picture. this is the only bite like that.

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Is 99 a normal body temp? i have 35 masquito bites and i'm scared i have west nile. some look like rashes. very tired.

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Are rashes during west nile virus itchy?

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What does west nile rash look like?

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What does the west nile skin rash feel like?

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What does the west nile virus rash look like?

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What does the west nile virus rash looks like?

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