Question

I have a small rash on my feet. Is this caused by PEP?

8 January 2023. Related: All topics, PEP/PEPSE, Side effects.

Hi I had unprotected sex 6 days ago and started PEP after 60 hours. After the 4th day of PEP, I found small rashes on my feet. Is it a side effect of PEP?

Answer

Answer: Josh Peasegood

Hi, how are you doing?

This is unlikely to be a side effect of PEP. Have you noticed anything else, e.g. itching, bumps, dryness?

Have you noticed if anything makes this rash better or worse, e.g. have you tried using an emollient?

If the rash persists or it becomes uncomfortable you will need to speak with your doctor?

Please see this link for more information about PEP:

https://i-base.info/qa/factsheets/pep-faq

Josh.

2 comments

Josh Peasegood • 15 January 2023

Hi Mak, while on PEP seroconversion is delayed until after you complete your course. This means that your current symptoms are not related to HIV.
Mak • 15 January 2023

Had itchy rashes and after applying lotion it gone by a week.Now on 12 th day of PEP,i have cold symptoms.Could it be a seroconversion.Overall now body has no rashes but strepthroat,sneezing without fever.