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I have a red painful rash that i only get during flare-ups. should i see dermatology or rheumatology?

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Confused: During what flare ups? Is it red all the time and you mean flare up when it is painful? Or the rash when it appears is red and painful? How often? Blisters?

Answered 10/15/2015

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A member asked:

I have a red painful rash that i only get during flare-ups. should i see dermatology or rheumatology?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Mcgowan answered

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