post Pfizer vaccine 3 days, has rashes all over, no itching | Figure 1

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Case Description

Post Pfizer vaccine 3 days, has rashes all over, no itching, mild pain. Appears to be infected on posterior right knee. Warm to touch, no drainage. She's describing feeling chills & night sweats—all expected signs of vaccine but the skin rashes is new to me.

No difficulty to breathe, no airway involvement.

Rashes are all over on face, stomach, and body.

Any ideas?


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