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What Causes Pain And Itching Around The Nipple?
I have an itch on the bottom side of my right rib cage. Located about 2 inches under nipple. I also have pain there as well. Level 4 pain. I m currently taking medication for a lung abscess in my right upper lobe. Is this pain from inflammation? Is this something else? Has the infection spread? Should I be concerned?
Thu, 31 Jan 2019
Hello
Itching under the breast is likely due to Candida infection of the skin, which is a yeast infection
-Keep the area clean and dry
-Wear loose fitting breathable undergarments
-Apply Lotrimin antifungal ointment for 2 weeks on the affected area.
If the itching do not seem to improve at all in 5-6 days, follow up with your primary care provider.
Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
General & Family Physician
Itching under the breast is likely due to Candida infection of the skin, which is a yeast infection
-Keep the area clean and dry
-Wear loose fitting breathable undergarments
-Apply Lotrimin antifungal ointment for 2 weeks on the affected area.
If the itching do not seem to improve at all in 5-6 days, follow up with your primary care provider.
Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
General & Family Physician
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