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What Causes Itchy Red Rashes On Inner And Upper Thigh?

I have these red spots on my inner upper thighs that kind of look like a rash. The skin in these areas is dry and sort of rough to the touch. Some slightly raised as if it were a receding pimple. (looks like acne but without whiteheads or blackhead, just bumps) Sometimes it itches and is irritated and sometimes it is fine but it is always there. It has been this way for a month now. I keep my inner thighs around testicles dry with baby powder after showers but it isn t going away. I thought maybe jock itch but I m not sure. I haven t had sex in months so I don t know if its an std. I do wear jeans that are tighter in the thigh area and could be from rubbing legs. Any input or thoughts from a professional before seeking a doctor would be great as I don t not have health insurance. Thank you
Wed, 1 Feb 2023
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Anesthesiologist 's  Response
Hello,

The most probable causes of your skin condition are tenia cruris or jock itch, allergic contact dermatitis, cutaneous candidiasis, intertrigo or folliculitis. The most common is jock itch. Treatment options are keeping the area dry. Application of clotrimazole dusting powder twice daily. Avoid tight jeans for few days. Use mild soap. If your symptoms don't subside even after the above mentioned treatment, please do consult a dermatologist.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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What Causes Itchy Red Rashes On Inner And Upper Thigh?

Hello, The most probable causes of your skin condition are tenia cruris or jock itch, allergic contact dermatitis, cutaneous candidiasis, intertrigo or folliculitis. The most common is jock itch. Treatment options are keeping the area dry. Application of clotrimazole dusting powder twice daily. Avoid tight jeans for few days. Use mild soap. If your symptoms don t subside even after the above mentioned treatment, please do consult a dermatologist. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist