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What Do Rashes Under The Armpit Indicate?

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Posted on Wed, 18 Jun 2014
Question: Hi,
I have some rashes under my armpit. It is non itchy, red patches and it came after i had a visit to XXXXXXX and came back. No other symptoms.attaching the picture for same. Having it for past one month.
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Answered by Dr. Jose Ignacio Artero Munoz (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Fungal Infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello.Delighted to be able to help.
The lesions that you have are characteristics of Fungal Infection.
To treat the infection, Ketoconazole gel applied twice a day for 15-20 days is a right treatment.Sometimes,if your doctor deems it appropriate, Ketoconazole is
combined with an anti-fungal drug by mouth, for example Fluconazole 7 days.
Please consult your doctor for a prescription.
I Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions, I will be happy to help.If you do not have any clarifications, please don’t forget to evaluate my answer.I wish you good health.
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What Do Rashes Under The Armpit Indicate?

Brief Answer: Fungal Infection Detailed Answer: Hello.Delighted to be able to help. The lesions that you have are characteristics of Fungal Infection. To treat the infection, Ketoconazole gel applied twice a day for 15-20 days is a right treatment.Sometimes,if your doctor deems it appropriate, Ketoconazole is combined with an anti-fungal drug by mouth, for example Fluconazole 7 days. Please consult your doctor for a prescription. I Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions, I will be happy to help.If you do not have any clarifications, please don’t forget to evaluate my answer.I wish you good health.