Suggest Treatment For Rashes On Breasts And Upper Abdomen

Posted on Wed, 22 Jun 2016

Question: Hi - I've recently developed a rash on my skin. It started on my breasts and has now spread down onto my stomach. Can upload images if required. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed fungal infection.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
You can even mail me photographs on YYYY@YYYY with subject as ATTN Dr Rahul Kumar.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (18 minutes later)

Thank you - I first noticed a large circular red area around my armpit but this was around a month ago - I'm not sure if the two are connected as the other rash developed about 2 weeks ago. I'm worried because my sister contracted ringworm when in Madagascar and wondering if I've caught it somehow. Thanks again

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the photographs.
It is looking like fungal infection.
I treat such cases with a combination of oral and topical antifungal medication.
A combination of topical clotrimazole cream twice daily for a month and tablet fluconazole weekly for 4 weeks.
This should help you.
You might require a prescription for this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (9 minutes later)

Hi, ok thanks. Can you tell me if a fungal infection like this would be contagious? Thanks again for your help

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Infectious for 15 days

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Yes it can spread with close physical contact or use of same towel.
Its better to take precaution for 15 days.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar