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I have a rash on my left buttock its four small clusters. at first i thought i had been bit by a spider. it's raw and itches i've had it for 4-5 days?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Im concerned that u: may have a small outbreak of Shingles,which can be a contagious disease.U need to have a physician examine this rash today and treat appropriately.

Answered 7/25/2015

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Herpes?: Whenever a rash seems "clustered" you have to always worry about "herpes". Herpes infection may occur anywhere on the body. It almost always itches. See a dermatologist for diagnosis.

Answered 7/24/2015

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