Question 1

i have a very itchy rash in the the crease of my arm, under my breast and lower stomach. i tried hydrocortisone cream but it's not helping.

Accepted Answer

Yeast: This could be a yeast infection. You can try an anti fungal cream, but may want to see a doctor. There could be an underlying disease like diabetes that triggered the skin rash in the first place.

Question 2

itchy rash on stomach and chest for 3-4 days now... 2% hydrocortisone isn't working and rash is slightly raised and red?

Accepted Answer

Rash: Hard to say without a photo. It can be a reaction to something external, that is an allergy or a manifestation of an internal process. Some rashes may be associated with viruses and other infections. It would be best to have your doctor take a look.

Question 3

i have a itchy rash on the middle of my chest, i am not sure what it is from. can i use hydrocortisone on it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But if it doesn't improve in a day or two, see your doctor

Question 4

hi there!
i have an itchy rash on my chest, it keeps spreading to shoulders and breast. i usually use fluticasone propionate 0.005% ointment for rashes but it doesn't help in this case. also, i moved from eu to the us a year ago. please help.

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: start with your doctor, who may refer you to a dermatologist, it could very well be a fungal infection. Kindly don't use a strong steroid, prescription strength, medication as fluticasone  ointment  without doctor's supervision, best wishes

Question 5

what is treatment for reoccurring itchy rash using hydrocortisone for itch?

Accepted Answer

Many: You must see a dermatologist to get the correct diagnosis and treatment because there are many diseases that cause itching.

Question 6

i have a very itchy rash on my neck that's been very hard to clear up for months now, even with 2.5 hydrocortisone. what are my options?

Accepted Answer

Trigger: Find the triggering factor of the rash and avoid it, it could be clothing, jewelry, perfume, body products. Etc. Once you remove the offending agent, the skin will start healing with the aid of the cream. See an allergist or dermatologist to get tested.

Question 7

i have a red, swollen and itchy rash under both eyes. can i use aveeno (oatmeal) 1% hydrocortisone on the rash?

Accepted Answer

Eye Lid Dermatitis: Eyelid eczema is usually due to an irritation from a cosmetic or other substance, but can be due to allergy (allergic contact dermatitis), rubbing (neurodermatitis), or atopic dermatitis. Eyelid skin is different from skin elsewhere. For one thing, it is very thin, so irritants and allergens penetrate the skin rapidly. You can try 1% Hydrocortisone but you have to find the cause.

Question 8

my dad has had an itchy rash on his arms & legs for several months .. he got a cortizone (hydrocortisone) shot, it cleared up & then came back. what could cause this he scratches till there are sores.

Accepted Answer

Can only guess.: Without looking at the rash or a having a good description, the best i can tell you is that it responds to steroids.

Question 9

bumpy itchy rash on hand and arms started on monday been putting hydrocortisone but doesnt do much looks bumpy and lil on one cluster on other ?

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: A physician or dermatologist would have to inspect this type of rash in order to make a diagnosis. It could be an allergic dermatitis or eczema. Continue hydrocortisone but try an ointment instead of cream. Take an antihistamine like benadryl(can cause drowsiness) or claritin(nondrowsy) to relieve itching until examined.

Question 10

my boyfriend has a non itchy rash on his groin area now i'm getting it under my breasts, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Non itchy rash: You may have a fungal rash. See a dermatologist for confirmation.

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I have a very itchy rash in the the crease of my arm, under my breast and lower stomach. i tried hydrocortisone cream but it's not helping.

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Itchy rash on stomach and chest for 3-4 days now... 2% hydrocortisone isn't working and rash is slightly raised and red?

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I have a itchy rash on the middle of my chest, i am not sure what it is from. can i use hydrocortisone on it?

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Hi there! i have an itchy rash on my chest, it keeps spreading to shoulders and breast. i usually use fluticasone propionate 0.005% ointment for rashes but it doesn't help in this case. also, i moved from eu to the us a year ago. please help.

A member asked:

What is treatment for reoccurring itchy rash using hydrocortisone for itch?

A member asked:

I have a very itchy rash on my neck that's been very hard to clear up for months now, even with 2.5 hydrocortisone. what are my options?

A member asked:

I have a red, swollen and itchy rash under both eyes. can i use aveeno (oatmeal) 1% hydrocortisone on the rash?

A member asked:

My dad has had an itchy rash on his arms & legs for several months .. he got a cortizone (hydrocortisone) shot, it cleared up & then came back. what could cause this he scratches till there are sores.

A member asked:

Bumpy itchy rash on hand and arms started on monday been putting hydrocortisone but doesnt do much looks bumpy and lil on one cluster on other ?

A member asked:

My boyfriend has a non itchy rash on his groin area now i'm getting it under my breasts, what to do?

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