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Red speckled rash only on arms and legs. not itchy or painful. looks exactly like chicken pox, however, i've already had pox as a child.

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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Rash: Best to have it looked at or send a picture. There are other viruses that cause a similar rash to chicken pox. Usually chickenpox starts on the trunk. It may have been something you came in contact with? All the best.

Answered 9/3/2015

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A member asked:

Red speckled rash only on arms and legs. not itchy or painful. looks exactly like chicken pox, however, i've already had pox as a child.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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