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My mom had a pain in the side of her back, and now after about 5 days there are red spots in the area. what could this be?
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Might be shingles: There are many possible causes of rashes, but a painful rash can be shingles. Getting seen by a doctor within a day is important, because medication can be started. The hope is for the medication to prevent long term pain in the area. If the rash turns out to not be shingles, the doctor can offer helpful advice for that rash also.
Answered 12/9/2013
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