Question 1

my boyfriend has a red itchy rash on his genital area what could this be?

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The jock in him?: The most common red itchy rash in the genital area would be a fungal infection.  Other causes of rash can be a drug reaction (either from something spread in the area to which he is allergic or a fixed drug rash from something taken internally).  Auto-immune diseases can sometimes cause groin rashes as can some sexually transmitted ds.  Try otc lotrimin (clotrimazole) and if no response, see your doctor.

Question 2

as soon as it starts getting cold, i develop an itchy rash in my genital area, and my scrotum skin feels leathery.  not present at all in warm weather?

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Eczema: Could be eczema which is a dry skin condition - usually worse in the winter months.  Your description could also fit a whole host of other conditions so I would see a doctor about it.

Question 3

what could an itchy rash on my leg close to my genital area be?

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? fungal rash: If you can not see a doctor, try Over the counter anti fungal cream.Keep the area dry &amp; clean.

Question 4

itchy rash just between thigh and my genital area. now it's dry and skin are peeling off. the area with rash has widen and darken. very itchy. fungus?

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Fungus: Most probably. Try anti fungal cream and see if it helps.

Question 5

extremely itchy rash on genital area, caused one of the lips to swell and 31 weeks pregnant.

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Yeast: Try topical monistat, tinactin (tolnaftate) or other antiyeast. Keep clean and as dry as possible by using a cool dryer or fan. If no resolution by one week, see your gynecologist.

Question 6

my boyfriend is experiencing  genital rash and itchy rash (severity: severe) (quality: severe itching) .

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? Pubic lice: But he needs to be seen, meanwhile, shave the pubic hair, apply permethrin lotion 1%, OTC, once, till you see a doctor, good luck

Question 7

fiance had red itchy rash that is spreading on genital, swollen and no leaking.

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Cortisone cream: Try hydrocortisone cream but if not helpful after a couple of days. consult a doctor. If condom has been used, considered latex allergy but allergy to semen is also another possibility.

Question 8

i woke up with an itchy rash all over my body except my face and genitals. it started as tiny red bumps, now some are a little bigger, still red. ?

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More details: This can be a drug reaction, a viral infection, or the onset of a new skin condition. Given the scanty history and description, I would suggest that you try taking antihistamine to see if it helps. If the itching is intolerable or the rash is getting worse, need to see your doctor.

Question 9

small itchy rash on calf, not sure if it could be bug bites, poision ivy, herpes (history of genital herpes), or something else.

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: A physician or dermatologist would have to examine the rash in order to diagnose it and treat you. In the meantime apply a cortisone type ointment to see if it clears.

Question 10

i've got a red itchy rash on upper body, as well as genital itching & discharge.i feel feverish & also have a swollen painful abdomen.any suggestions?

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Please see Dr. ASAP: A number of things can cause these symptoms, infections and reactions to medications are two most common, but many others. This needs to be evaluated as soon as possible.

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My boyfriend has a red itchy rash on his genital area what could this be?

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As soon as it starts getting cold, i develop an itchy rash in my genital area, and my scrotum skin feels leathery. not present at all in warm weather?

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What could an itchy rash on my leg close to my genital area be?

A member asked:

Itchy rash just between thigh and my genital area. now it's dry and skin are peeling off. the area with rash has widen and darken. very itchy. fungus?

A member asked:

Extremely itchy rash on genital area, caused one of the lips to swell and 31 weeks pregnant.

A member asked:

My boyfriend is experiencing genital rash and itchy rash (severity: severe) (quality: severe itching) .

A member asked:

Fiance had red itchy rash that is spreading on genital, swollen and no leaking.

A member asked:

I woke up with an itchy rash all over my body except my face and genitals. it started as tiny red bumps, now some are a little bigger, still red. ?

A member asked:

Small itchy rash on calf, not sure if it could be bug bites, poision ivy, herpes (history of genital herpes), or something else.

A member asked:

I've got a red itchy rash on upper body, as well as genital itching & discharge.i feel feverish & also have a swollen painful abdomen.any suggestions?

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