62 yo male with hypertension. 5 days ago erythematous papule | Figure 1

62 yo male with hypertension.

5 days ago erythematous papules appeared in his back, mostly near the armpit, and some lesions extended to his upper arms, lower back and very little in his thighs.

Refers little pruritus.

No new medications has been taken (only betametasone injection 25 days ago for rotator cuff).

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