Maculopapular Rash And Hiv

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erythematous maculopapular?

What is this and is it hiv related? Does it just appear on the palms of hands and soles of the feet? Please answer. Thank you....

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W

Columbia University's Health & Related Services

I am not a doctor, so please see your doctor if you have any questions about symptoms that you are experiencing. You should also avoid any attempts to diagnose your symptoms on your own.I believe that you are referring to the type of rash that is... Read more »

hiv exposure, post exposure prophylaxis and rash

hello,i'm a resident physician and was recently exposed to an HIV infected pt. i sustained a... Read more »

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Wart and Rash?

DoctorIs the rash associated with HIV or the itchy red bump a sign of seroconversion?If one gets... Read more »

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Erythematous maculopapular

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

What is erythematous maculopapular? I thought I read it possible marks on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet? Anyone heard of this and what causes it? Is it hiv related? Thanks and GOD BLess.

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What does HIV rash look like?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I am concerned about infection.

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HIV Rashes

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Hello Friends,

During the initial stages of HIV infection, one of the symptoms of seroconversion is development of rashes. What do these rashes look like ? For information I referred to a book in the British Council Library which says the following :
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Sunburn or Acute HIV Rash??????

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Hi all and thanks for reading!

I am a 31 y/o light skinned black female. I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend (38 y/o) of 3 months a little over a month ago. At this time I also had my regular localized minor acne episode on my face and I picked... Read more »

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