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What Causes A Semi Red Ring Near Armpit?

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Posted on Sat, 13 Jun 2015
Question: There is a perfect semi red ring near my armpit and I am worried on what it is... its been there for awhile and wont go away... Please could you provide a second opinion on what it might be..
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
It is looking like fungal infection.
I would like to know whether you have tried any medication till now ?
I treat such cases with topical clotrimazole cream.
It gives excellent response within two weeks.
You can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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What Causes A Semi Red Ring Near Armpit?

Brief Answer: Fungal infection Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query and photograph. It is looking like fungal infection. I would like to know whether you have tried any medication till now ? I treat such cases with topical clotrimazole cream. It gives excellent response within two weeks. You can try this. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.