Rash - Widespread and Cause Unknown

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • You feel weak or very sick
  • Purple or blood-colored rash without fever
  • Bright red skin that peels off in sheets
  • Bright red, sunburn-like rash after either wound infection, recent surgery, or tampon use
  • Rash looks like large or small blisters (i.e. fluid-filled bubbles or sacs on the skin)
  • Rash beginning within 4 hours of a new prescription medication
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Stiff neck (unable to touch chin to chest)
  • Joint pain or swelling
  • Sores also present in mouth

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