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What Could Be The Reason For Having Red Blotches Rings On My Inner Armpit And Thigh?
Hi I have red blotches rings on my inner armpit/bicep and also on my thigh/groin area. There not itchy or scaly thee just there and I only noticed them in mirror. Doctor said allergic reaction but to what!! That's been nearly 3 months. What could this be??
Sat, 19 Apr 2014
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I would keep a possibility of fungal infection of the groin. This are because of closely apposing body folds can trap sweat, heat and moisture, therefore making the area favorable for fungal proliferation.
If I was the treating doctor I would have asked you to use a topical antifungal like clotrimazole cream, twice daily for 4 weeks.
An Oral antifungal e.g fluconazole is also advisable.
Keeping the folds dry by using an antifungal dusting powder would help in preventing the recurrence.
regards
I would keep a possibility of fungal infection of the groin. This are because of closely apposing body folds can trap sweat, heat and moisture, therefore making the area favorable for fungal proliferation.
If I was the treating doctor I would have asked you to use a topical antifungal like clotrimazole cream, twice daily for 4 weeks.
An Oral antifungal e.g fluconazole is also advisable.
Keeping the folds dry by using an antifungal dusting powder would help in preventing the recurrence.
regards
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