Question 1

what does herpes rash look like in chest?

Accepted Answer

Herpes: Small blisters clustered on a red patch.

Question 2

what does a herpes rash look land feel like?

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Blisters/ulcers: A herpetic rash usually 
begins with a 'premonition' or a burning sensation. One or more small blisters and redness follow (this is the rash). The blisters can rupture producing more rash or ulcers on the skin.
This can heal in 10-14 days or may continue for longer than that.

Question 3

i had a a rash on both my thighs. from pictures online it looked exactly like folliculitis. i went to a dermatologist and she said it is herpes. but i have it on both thighs and dosent look like a herpes rash. can it be herpes?

Accepted Answer

: Your own assessment sound right. This would be exceedingly atypical for herpes. If the dermatologist really suspected herpes, she should have tested you to confirm the diagnosis. Get a second opinion, either from another dermatologist or perhaps an STD expert. Good luck.

Question 4

can herpes simplex cause rashes instead of blisters?

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Yes: Yes, classic lesions are blisters, but I have seen it cause anything from rashes to bullae (large fluid-filled blisters).  However, it is important to evaluate other causes of rash and not just assuming it would be hsv, as it would be an atypical presentation.

Question 5

can it be a herpes rash or not?  how can you tell?

Accepted Answer

Location, pain etc.: Herpes hurts! if it is a painful rash made up of little blisters on a red base, this may be herpes, particularly if it is on your lip or genital area. Zoster, or shingles, can look similar and affect one side of the body, usually in a "streak" pattern. See a doctor for further work up to be sure/.

Question 6

is this a herpes rash or just an rash?  how can i tell?

Accepted Answer

Location, pain etc.: Herpes hurts! if it is a painful rash made up of little blisters on a red base, this may be herpes, particularly if it is on your lip or genital area. Zoster, or shingles, can look similar and affect one side of the body, usually in a "streak" pattern. See a doctor for further work up to be sure/.

Question 7

herpes, rash, warts, or what is this?

Accepted Answer

Anything: If you want the answer, let us know what your symptoms are.

Question 8

can i get a herpes rash on my cheek?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Herpes spreads by contact.  It is not unusual for a cold sore to spread to other parts of the face by touch or saliva, such as to the chin, cheek and nose.  It can even spread to the eyes.  Be careful to wash after you touch a sore to avoid spreading the infection.

Question 9

what is the treatment for  a herpes rash?

Accepted Answer

Time: Once the rash is present you have to wait it out. You may be able to prevent outbreaks by taking valtrex (valacyclovir). Ask your doctor for a prescription.

Question 10

how can i make a herpes rash all over body go away?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: Either you have chickenpox (herpes zoster), you are profoundly immunosuppressed or this is not due to herpes simplex.  This seldom if ever produces a total body eruption.

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I had a a rash on both my thighs. from pictures online it looked exactly like folliculitis. i went to a dermatologist and she said it is herpes. but i have it on both thighs and dosent look like a herpes rash. can it be herpes?

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Can herpes simplex cause rashes instead of blisters?

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Is this a herpes rash or just an rash? how can i tell?

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Herpes, rash, warts, or what is this?

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