Patient experiencing intense pain and redness of skin

This patient presented with a two-hour history of intense pain and redness along the left side of her head and down her left arm. She reported no exposure to unusual foods, plants, or substances, and denied any additional complaints.

History and examination reveal no other remarkable findings.

View the image taken and consider what your diagnosis and next steps would be.

Marc R. Salzberg, MD, FACEP

Emergency Care Physician at Stat Health Immediate Medical Care