What could this rash be? (Adults)
Published 19 Sept 20182 min 3 sec watch
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Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE
Some rashes (especially dark red or purple rashes that don't fade with pressure) may need urgent medical treatment as they can be associated with meningitis and blood infection (septicaemia).
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