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What Causes Itchy Red Patches Of Skin On Upper Thigh?

Just yesterday morning in the shower i noticed a tiny patch of red on the top of my thigh close to my vagina, at first i thought it was just razor burn, so i wasnt worried. But each hour it seemed to be spreading, getting more red, and swelling. It still is not exactly on my vagina but has spread all around my bikini line. Big red swelled up patches that itch like crazy. I dont itch them. I havent washed my panties with anything new. And i haven't put my panties anywhere I usually dont. What i have done is gone swimming in bear lake, utah. The day before they appeared . i don't want to go get a huge medical bill if its just a simple rash. To me it looks like hives. So my question is how do i treat it? I havent been able to find anything. Thank you. Emerald.
Mon, 7 Sep 2015
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Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.
Itchy red patch on upper thighs is very common & can be due to
1 Rashes due to friction between body parts. This type is common in cyclist,joggers,etc.
2 Rashes due to allergic reaction.
3 Psoriasis, impetigo and eczema are few of the diseases that are known to produce rashes or skin eruption. Inner thigh rashes are quite common in patients diagnosed with psoriasis.
4 Fungal infection

Maintain hygeine as this is very important in preventing rashes. Hydration of the skin should be maintained by moisturizing creams.
If problem persist, visit a dermatologist

Hope your query is solved
Get well soon
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What Causes Itchy Red Patches Of Skin On Upper Thigh?

Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. Itchy red patch on upper thighs is very common & can be due to 1 Rashes due to friction between body parts. This type is common in cyclist,joggers,etc. 2 Rashes due to allergic reaction. 3 Psoriasis, impetigo and eczema are few of the diseases that are known to produce rashes or skin eruption. Inner thigh rashes are quite common in patients diagnosed with psoriasis. 4 Fungal infection Maintain hygeine as this is very important in preventing rashes. Hydration of the skin should be maintained by moisturizing creams. If problem persist, visit a dermatologist Hope your query is solved Get well soon