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Suggest Treatment For Rashes In The Groin Area
hi there My name is Connor I have just had some dinner and cooked it in coconut oil and now I have a rash on my groin and its itchy it s the first time using it so is it that or can it be from the sunbed I went on ealry and no it s a heat rash it s really red with rased skin like dots thank you
Thu, 11 Jun 2015
Hi Connor
Irritated skin can be caused by a variety of factors. These include immune system disorders, medications, infections, allergents. When an allergen is responsible for triggering an immune system response, then it is an allergic skin condition
Cleanse the rash with a mild soap and water and apply a light fragrance-free moisturizer. If the rash is oozing, then you should keep it covered lightly with a non-stick dressing to soak up the fluid.
If the rash does not subside within a week or appears to be getting worse, go see your doctor so that you can get the appropriate diagnosis and treatment
Most rashes are not serious and will go away on their own. Treat the symptoms and wait a few days to see if the rash subsides. If the rash is severe, is accompanied by other symptoms or appears to be quickly getting worse, see a doctor(Allegist/Immunologist/Skin specialist)
Redness caused by inflammation can be treated with a cream containing a hydrocortisone, such as POLYSPORIN® (with your doctor advice)
Wish You Good Health
Regards
Dr Sridhar K
Irritated skin can be caused by a variety of factors. These include immune system disorders, medications, infections, allergents. When an allergen is responsible for triggering an immune system response, then it is an allergic skin condition
Cleanse the rash with a mild soap and water and apply a light fragrance-free moisturizer. If the rash is oozing, then you should keep it covered lightly with a non-stick dressing to soak up the fluid.
If the rash does not subside within a week or appears to be getting worse, go see your doctor so that you can get the appropriate diagnosis and treatment
Most rashes are not serious and will go away on their own. Treat the symptoms and wait a few days to see if the rash subsides. If the rash is severe, is accompanied by other symptoms or appears to be quickly getting worse, see a doctor(Allegist/Immunologist/Skin specialist)
Redness caused by inflammation can be treated with a cream containing a hydrocortisone, such as POLYSPORIN® (with your doctor advice)
Wish You Good Health
Regards
Dr Sridhar K
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