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I have a small patch of rash just above my right armpit. there is no pain and not much itching. i had shingles about 7 months ago could it come back?
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Prob not shingles: Once you have shingles (or herpes zoster) you build up some antibodies to the virus and it rarely recurs. The rash you currently have might be related to something you came in contact with (contact dermatitis) or dry skin. First try good moisturization and if it persists, particularly if it is at all itching, try some low dose over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream or ointment.
Answered 6/19/2015
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