Pt is a 81 yo M who presents to the ER c/o painful rash. Ras | Figure 1

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Pt is a 81 yo M who presents to the ER c/o painful rash. Rash began as blisters a couple of days ago, and turned hemorrhagic 2 days prior. Low grade fever noted. What's your differential?

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