HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Red Scaly Rash On Inner Thigh?

Hello, my son has had a rash on his inner thighs for more than a month...it is red, scaly, and will not heal, even with daily treatment with zinc oxide applications. The pediatrician said it looks like contact dermatitis, though no changes have been made in diet or clothes detergent, etc. He has also had persistent mild stomach upset, just enough to curb his appetite slighty for the past month. Now the rash is on the back crease of his knees and is very red (looks like what I had on my inner elbows with scarlet fever as a child.) I am wondering if there is a bigger picture here or if these are separate unrelated issues. Thank you.
Fri, 3 Jan 2020
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hello,

You have not mentioned the age of your son. However, if it is contact dermatitis, it should go away with the local application of hydrocortisone ointment & antihistamines are quite effective.

Scaly rash on the inner thighs or back of elbows can also be due to tinea cruris (Jock Itch).

Jock Itch can be treated with an oral course of antifungals & application of topical antifungal ointments like clotrimazole or miconazole in the affected area.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Skin rash


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Red Scaly Rash On Inner Thigh?

Hello, You have not mentioned the age of your son. However, if it is contact dermatitis, it should go away with the local application of hydrocortisone ointment & antihistamines are quite effective. Scaly rash on the inner thighs or back of elbows can also be due to tinea cruris (Jock Itch). Jock Itch can be treated with an oral course of antifungals & application of topical antifungal ointments like clotrimazole or miconazole in the affected area. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician