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

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 3

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 4

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 5

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

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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 6

i seem to have an itchy rash by my gential area. it is by my bikini line, top of my inner thigh going towards the back inbetween my buttocks. it is extremely itchy and flares up when i sratch it. the skin has become flaky and scab like eczema ?

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Fungal infections: can present this way, treatment with antifungal medication, or seeing your doctor for an exam and testing is reasonable.

Question 7

itchy rashes on the genitals keep returning. gu or derm doc?

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See primary MD: Why not talk to your primary care physician.  Most times they can tell what it is or they can obtain a culture to get a diagnosis when the rash is present.  If they cannot treat the problem they can refer you to the appropriate sub-specialist.

Question 8

i have itching near my inner thighs and rashes. brown itchy rash appears ?

Accepted Answer

A common rash in : the skin folds of the inner thigh is jock itch.This can be treated with over the counter anti-fungal medicine.

Question 9

i keep getting rashes everytime i go to the country (my whole family does)! this itchy rash also prevents me from sleep at night! what to do?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: If this happens when you are in the countryside , you are likely allergic to something outdoors or even to the sun. 
I would suggest that you consult a dermatologist to find out the cause. Certainly poison oak/poison ivy is a factor to be considered especially since its resin on contaminated articles may remain potent for months.

Question 10

i have itchy rash on my neck, rashes appeared on the back of my neck and been slowly spreading to the sides. my body feels hot inside, my whole back.

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See doctor for eval: The rash needs to be evaluated.  Need to see your primary care physician or a dermatologist who will need to do careful history and Physical exam.

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

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

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

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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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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 seem to have an itchy rash by my gential area. it is by my bikini line, top of my inner thigh going towards the back inbetween my buttocks. it is extremely itchy and flares up when i sratch it. the skin has become flaky and scab like eczema ?

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Itchy rashes on the genitals keep returning. gu or derm doc?

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I have itching near my inner thighs and rashes. brown itchy rash appears ?

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I keep getting rashes everytime i go to the country (my whole family does)! this itchy rash also prevents me from sleep at night! what to do?

A member asked:

I have itchy rash on my neck, rashes appeared on the back of my neck and been slowly spreading to the sides. my body feels hot inside, my whole back.

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