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Red and itchy bumps on the back part of my knee and then the area began to swell and the bumps started spreading. i had a steroid shot and pill. help?
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Red: Given you are describing a red rash that is spreading, I would be concerned for an infection. Sounds like you were treated for a contact dermatitis , but this should respond. I suggest you get checked.
Answered 12/12/2016
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