"Good see your human doctor" is the best thing to do.
And if the rash on your back looks like a "Xmas tree", you may have "pityriasis rosea". I had it a few years ago. First, for over a week there was something strange on my neck -- a herald patch, I learned later - but I didn´t go to any doctor. The day that thing disappeared, a very itchy rash appeared from my knees up to the neck. The skin doctor then told me the herald patch is like a boundary to the lesions. I used moisturizing lotion only - though it was very uncomfortable and itched very much I decided not to take any corticosteroids. It was all gone about 6 or 7 weeks later, and no scar was left.
"Pityriasis rosea is an acute, self-limiting skin condition. A primary plaque ('herald patch') is followed by a distinctive, generalised itchy rash 1-2 weeks later. The rash lasts for approximately 2-6 weeks. Lesions are typically oval, dull pink or tawny and appear in a 'Christmas tree' distribution, usually on the trunk and the upper arms and legs."
http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Pityriasis-Rosea.htm
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Rash over entire body
A rash suddenly appeared over night over my arms, legs, stomach, back, face, and neck. It was very bumpy and a tiny bit itchy. It worsened throughout the day. By the time the second day came, my face has turned very red and swollen and feels like a sunburn. I still have bumps on my legs, stomach, and back but my arms have turned red as well. Besides the rash, my throat hurts a little. I have not changed anything in my diet or soaps/shampoos. The only thing I can think of is that I am disecting a dog in anatomy class, but we have been using the same dog for over a month and this is the first rash I have gotten. Any clue?
I learned its Scarlet Fever! Haha just my luck
Sorry I just became a new member, saw this question and immediately knew the sore throat was key. Infections typically begin in the throat or skin. Examples of mild S. pyogenes infections include pharyngitis ("strep throat") and localized skin infection ("impetigo"). Erysipelas and cellulitis are characterized by multiplication and lateral spread of S. pyogenes in deep layers of the skin. S. pyogenes invasion and multiplication in the fascia can lead to necrotizing fasciitis, a potentially life-threatening condition requiring surgical treatment. I'm hoping that you've received decent antibiotics and be sure to finish the entire regimen. Good luck and get well soon!
Usually a rash that covers the entire body is either an allergic reaction (possibly to a new laundry detergent or skin product) or a virus. If a rash lasts longer than 4 days and if at any time is accompanied by difficulty breathing, see a doctor right away.
Allergic reaction, hives, your could allergic to the in-bombing fluid they use for the lab animal . souns like you need to go to the doctor asap. maybe steroids will help
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