Rash on Trunk

[Jennifer M]

I have recently broken out in a rash on my trunk. Around the same time, my knee joints have become sore when bending and climbing stairs. Also, my blood pressure has started dropping from the usual 110/80 to 85/50 and I have been experiencing dizzy spells.
Could these symptoms be related in some way? If so, do you have any idea of what it could be?

[Allison]

I have noticed a slight red rash on my skin over the past month. The rash is not extensive or particularly and it is confined to the tops of my legs and just in front of my armpit. However, as the rash seems to be under the skin, I am worried that it might be an indicator that there is something wrong or that I am allergic to something I am eating? What do you think it could be?

[jeannie bond]

trying to locate skin disorder by possible name, i have very
noticeable and continuous rash to neck and face  dark red in
color.

[Jennifer M]

I have been having my BP taken regularily at work by the health nurse since I started getting dizzy spells. My doctor has set up an appointment with an internal medicine specialist but I have to wait until March 7...........do you have any ideas of what these symptoms may represent?

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

Jennifer:

Your symptoms sound possibly serious.  How do you know about your blood pressure?  Do you take it yourself?

I advise you to speak to your internist or family practitioner as soon as you can.  Some arthritic conditions can be associated with a rash, but the non-skin symptoms need to be evaluated in any case.

Best.

Dr. R