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Suggest Cure For A Skin Rash
I have a 15 month old that has had red bumps under his left armpit for a while now. He acts like it itches and bothers him. Is it heat rash or something to be worried about? I have asked his doctor but he didn t really give me an answer. Thank you very much.
Thu, 10 May 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
At this age causes of red bumps at underarms is due to retention of sweat, or some kind of allergy.
I suggest you avoid tight clothes and bath him twice a day. You can apply lacto calamine lotion on the bumps to sooth them. You can also apply aloe vera gel for cooling effect. If the symptoms don't go then consult a skin specialist. Consult your doctor once before taking medicine.
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Dr. Preeti B
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
At this age causes of red bumps at underarms is due to retention of sweat, or some kind of allergy.
I suggest you avoid tight clothes and bath him twice a day. You can apply lacto calamine lotion on the bumps to sooth them. You can also apply aloe vera gel for cooling effect. If the symptoms don't go then consult a skin specialist. Consult your doctor once before taking medicine.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Preeti B
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