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Can hiv rash only be on your hand/thumb area 66 days after exposure?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Rash from acute HIV infection typically occurs 2-3 days after the onset of fever and persists 5-8 days. Distribution of rash is often generalized, involving chest, face, extremities, palms, and soles. A variety of symptoms & signs associated with acute symptomatic HIV infection (fever, swollen glands, sore throat, rash, etc) were noted 2-4 weeks after exposure.

Answered 10/8/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

A rash on the hand/ thumb would not be suggestive of recent HIV infection. Have your hand evaluated by your doc as common infections will have to be ruled out.

Answered 10/9/2022

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