Spring, TX
A 47-year-old male asked:
A few days ago i got a shot of rocephin (ceftriaxone) near my butt. tonight i have a raised rash. itches a bit. any need for concern?
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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohananswered
Dermatology 58 years experience
Reason for the shot?: A "raised red rash" could mean several things. Is the rash all over or localized? Go back to the place where you got the shot.
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Last updated Jul 29, 2016
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