A member asked:

My daughter has a mushroom shaped open wound/ rash and its grown twice its size in 2 days. she doesn't recal hurting herself, but she's in pain. help!

8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Medical attention: This needs medical attention if it is changing at a rapid rate, you can take her to a walk in clinic if you don'tthink it can wait until the morning.

Answered 9/12/2013

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Dr. Bret Boyle answered

Specializes in Wound care

Get help: This description sounds very unusual and i recommend evaluation with family physician or a dermatogist. Avoid emergency or instacare centers for unusual skin occurrences.

Answered 3/16/2014

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Many possibilities: There are many things that could cause a skin rash. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, sun exposure, insect bites, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Answered 3/29/2014

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