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Dr, my husband was very sick and had flue like symptoms. he tested neg for covid 19. after 4 days he started feeling better but has developed a rash over his torso and groin area. face, legs and arms are clear. we have no idea what it can be?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

? viral exanthem?: This might be due to a Viral exanthem. It isn't likely to be scarlet fever due to his age and the distribution. A medical evaluation could help to assess better (either in -person or high resolution virtual health).

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/29/2020

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A member asked:

Dr, my husband was very sick and had flue like symptoms. he tested neg for covid 19. after 4 days he started feeling better but has developed a rash over his torso and groin area. face, legs and arms are clear. we have no idea what it can be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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