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What Causes Itchy Red Rashes Below The Arms?
Hi. I am suffering from an red, itchy rash beneath my arms. Some of it is bumpy. Some of it is smooth and dry. It has been growing worse for months. Now, it bothers me throughout the day and I am unable to sleep because of the itch or burn. Because of the location, the bumps, the redness and the itch, I have been treating it as a fungal infection, with an over the counter cream and tea tree oil but would really like to have some relief fast at this point. Can you advise? Thank you!
Mon, 12 Jun 2017
Hello,
Your itchy red rash below your arms may be due to fungal infection as you predict or may be other bacterial infection. As you have taken local cream, etc., for fungal infection, but local application will not work smoothly. You should take tablet Fluconazole plus clean your hair from underarms. Maintain personal hygiene. Apply any lotion to rash to reduce fiction.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nirav Nimavat
Your itchy red rash below your arms may be due to fungal infection as you predict or may be other bacterial infection. As you have taken local cream, etc., for fungal infection, but local application will not work smoothly. You should take tablet Fluconazole plus clean your hair from underarms. Maintain personal hygiene. Apply any lotion to rash to reduce fiction.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nirav Nimavat
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