36 Year old female with "bites" to her back x 6 days. HX of | Figure 1

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Case Overview

Patient Details

36-year-old female with "bites" to her back for 6 days. History of recent ankle fracture for which we are seeing her at home for physical therapy. Has faint localized lacey red rash in the area as well. Denies itching, just states they are moderately painful. Cortisone 10 cream and Benadryl tried with no relief. Allergic to NSAIDs. Vitals WNL and no other complaints. Ideas? Treatment?

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