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A rash (with blisters) appeared on my elbow two days ago and its burning, hurts like crazy. im wondering if its a possibility it could be shingles? ive never really had rashes, but its causing a lot of pain?

Q: a rash (with blisters) appeared on my elbow two days ago and its burning, hurts like crazy. im wondering if its a possibility it could be shingles? ive never really had rashes, but its causing a lot of pain?

: Uncommon to get an isolated patch of Zoster on an elbow, especially at age 24. Many, many other more likely possibilities. If it persists and is really annoying, see your doctor

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Uncommon to get an isolated patch of Zoster on an elbow, especially at age 24. Many, many other more likely possibilities. If it persists and is really annoying, see your doctor

Answered 7/16/2021

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A member asked:

A rash (with blisters) appeared on my elbow two days ago and its burning, hurts like crazy. im wondering if its a possibility it could be shingles? ive never really had rashes, but its causing a lot of pain?

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