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Incredibly itchy skin all over, with a pimply rash over my feet and legs. been treated for scabies 5 times, and still have it. could it be lyme?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Doubtful.: This would not be a typical Lyme rash. Testing for Lyme during the rash phase usually isn't helpful - too early. I would see a dermatologist and treat the itching symptomatically in the meanwhile.

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Answered 9/26/2015

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A member asked:

Incredibly itchy skin all over, with a pimply rash over my feet and legs. been treated for scabies 5 times, and still have it. could it be lyme?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

Dr Dohan agreed

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