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Suggest Treatment For Flaky Patches In Under Arms
Hi:-) I ve had brown flaky patches under my arms for 10+ years. I ve been to multiple Dr s to no avail. It is not itchy or anywhere else on my body. Currently I m using antibacterial shampoo but it s not working. Any suggestions? I d love to get rid of it and not be self conscious.Thank you!Kristen
Fri, 20 Jan 2017
Hi,
It may be seborrheic dermatitis. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. It is an inflammatory dermatosis of unknown cause. Stress might precipitate. Take a short and tapering course of steroid along with anti fungal like ketoconazole. Apply mild steroid along with anti fungal cream. Cleanse the area with mild antiseptic.
I hope this would help you. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks,
Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
It may be seborrheic dermatitis. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. It is an inflammatory dermatosis of unknown cause. Stress might precipitate. Take a short and tapering course of steroid along with anti fungal like ketoconazole. Apply mild steroid along with anti fungal cream. Cleanse the area with mild antiseptic.
I hope this would help you. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks,
Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
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