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How Can I Get Rid Of The Rash Causing Discoloration Of Skin ?

I have developed a rash form wearing a under wire bra to the gym . The friction and sweat has caused a rash that has discolored my skin . How do I get rid of this problem?
Thu, 12 Apr 2012
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi Jennifer,
I would suggest the following:
a. Keep the area clean and dry. Wear a sports bra ( preferably made of a material that lets your skin breathe) the next time round.
b. Apply calamine lotion and ice on the affected area.
c. If you have any itching, you can take tablet benadryl 1 tablet at night. For the day time, you can tablet cetrizine 1 tablet daily.
d. Use any powder to keep this area dry.

This would resolve in about a week's time.
Hope this helps.
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Dermatologist,  Dr. Puvvula Kishore Kumar's  Response
Hi...dear Jennifer..,
Thanks for choosing HCM..,
Elastic under wire Bra will give this rash and discolouration..,
It is called...IRRITANT DERMATITIS..,
So follow.,
1) Apply CALAMINE lotion morning times...
2) Betamethasone and Gentamycin cream night times,,
3) Tab..Levocetrizine daily night times//.
4) Tab..Betamethasone 1 mg daily morning times...,
5) Keep that area clean and dry...ok.,
thanQ
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How Can I Get Rid Of The Rash Causing Discoloration Of Skin ?

Hi Jennifer, I would suggest the following: a. Keep the area clean and dry. Wear a sports bra ( preferably made of a material that lets your skin breathe) the next time round. b. Apply calamine lotion and ice on the affected area. c. If you have any itching, you can take tablet benadryl 1 tablet at night. For the day time, you can tablet cetrizine 1 tablet daily. d. Use any powder to keep this area dry. This would resolve in about a week s time. Hope this helps.