I'm an 18 year old female & i recently had a staph infection (about a month ago). I was given antibiotics which I was allergic to and was admitted to the hospital for a serious break out of hives. I was put on prednizone and everything cleared up. About a week ago, I noticed a pimple type thing on my inner thigh that itched very badly. It grew to be about 2 inches in diameter and continuously itches. I soon saw another pimple type thing on my lower calf and upper chest. These 2 do not itch as bad but are very hard in the center with red all around them. Eventually the pimple turns to a scab which comes off and turns into an open wound. I had planned to go to the doctor but before i could make the appointment, I noticed my eyes were very itchy and blood shot. When i went to the doctor she said i had pink eye but was unaware as to what the rash type thing was on my body. I need some answers!!!! please help!!!
2007-12-10 11:27:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
very prone to things such as urinary tract infections and sore throats.
2007-12-10 11:28:22 · update #1
could be shingles call your dr and let them know what is going on
2007-12-10 11:32:36 · answer #1 · answered by CR 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those large pimply things you're describing are actually called boils. They're caused by staph on the outside of your body. Pimples are when bacteria and oil clog a pore. Well it's the same thing sort of but it's staph and it not only clogs a pore but several. It gets hard and painful and is often full of pus (which is what causes the hardness). A dermatologist can inject them with prednisone and they go away in a day or two. Heating pads can help, but basically impeccible skin cleansing is the best. Sometimes they're hereditary.
It's probably unrelated to the pink eye, but sounds like a really bad string of illnesses for you.
2007-12-10 11:33:05 · answer #2 · answered by Mischele, RN♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It appears that you have some issues with your immunity. A good immunologist needs to look you over. Staph infections, boils, pink eyes (probably a sty), frequent urinary tract infections all point that way. A course of prednisone also would make the preexisting immunity issues worse because it supreses the immunity.
All these things can point to a larger but hidden problem. You need a comprehensive workup
2007-12-10 11:47:09 · answer #3 · answered by Masiye 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your doctor refer you to an immunologist as soon as possible. Also, have her do a blood workup on you with a CBC and electrolytes. And, have her try you on a limited regamin of Zovarox.
Let us know what happens.
2007-12-10 11:33:24 · answer #4 · answered by Stuart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Find another Doctor quickly.You should be seeing a skin specialist as well.Good luck, don't leave these kind of things,get answers.
2007-12-10 11:34:12 · answer #5 · answered by gale s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These pimple like things sound like boils. If I was you I would consult an infection disease specialist. This is all they do.
GL
2007-12-10 11:33:52 · answer #6 · answered by impurrfect10 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call NHS Direct ASAP!
2007-12-10 11:30:47 · answer #7 · answered by swelwynemma 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try www.webmd.com, it helps a lot.
2007-12-10 11:30:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋