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My son has dry round patches all over his body for over a week now and the doctor gave him an antibiotic and it made it worse. docs don't no what t s?

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More info needed: Without more information it would be difficult to diagnose a rash infection. This may be a fungal infection, may be some type of contact dermatitis, may be pityriasis rosea. It may also be a bacterial infection that requires a different antibiotic. Either see a different doctor or see a dermatologist to better help you.

Answered 3/20/2015

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A member asked:

My son has dry round patches all over his body for over a week now and the doctor gave him an antibiotic and it made it worse. docs don't no what t s?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hilary Petersel answered

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