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I have a rash on my neck and chest - red rash with small pustules. what could it be? do i need to go to the doctor? fyi, i was taking cloremephenicol capsules as i feel off a bike and wanted to prevent infection. thanks

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Dr. Heidi Fowler
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Chloramphenicol ?: Rashes may occur in people who have increased sensitivity to Chloramphenicol. It sounds like you are no longer taking the medication. If the rash is resolving and you are feeling well- might not require med eval.
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