I had a reaction to a bite (not sure what kind) that caused me to break out in a rash. One place blistered and looked burned. I went to the doctor and received a steroid shot, an antibiotic shot and a tetanus shot.I was prescribed a steroid pack and an anitbiotic. Today would have been my last day to take the antibiotic (10th day). A couple of days ago I started breaking out in a rash on my back, around my breast, my armpits, and around my stomach area. I am itching like crazy. Is this a reaction to the medicines or should I go back to the doctor to get this checked out? Thanks.
Hi there, thanks for writing in. I think that your reaction is most likely related to the medications (and very possibly either the antibiotic or the steroid), but it is difficult to tell without seeing it in person or knowing what the antibiotic was. Steroid induced rash is a common side effect, as is a delayed hypersensitivity after a course of antibiotics. I recommend that you do return to your doctor and have it looked at, so that you can hopefully identify what caused it, so you can avoid it in the future. I wish you the best and hope my answer was helpful to you.