Re: more on shingles-type rashes

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Yes. Have it cultured by the dermatologist for staph aureus. It often presents

as " bug bite " looking outbreaks. I know, I've had it..........twice. Staph

aureus infections are now rampant, not only in cllers, but everywhere.

Ellen

mariettabrill wrote:

> Anyone have similar experiences:

>

> I have had a persistent rash on my back which has been bugging me since late

June/early July - around the time my last (5th) treatment with

Rituxan/Bendamustine. The MSK dermatologist said it's related to a neurologic

problem related to my upper spine - which has actually for years been slightly

annoying problem (I have scoliosis). The onconeurologist said it's a low-grade

shingles.

>

> They never really break out like shingles do - feel more like bug bites. And I

don't really have the kind of pain I had when I had shingles before dx about 8

years ago. Also, I've been on acyclovir since beginning treatment March.

>

> The derm is recommending that I see a spine specialist - but I REALLY don't

want to get all involved with spine analysis if this is just a passing

persistent rash.

>

> If you have any ideas, please let me know.

>

> Thanks,

> Marietta

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