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3wks ago was prescribed bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) for skin infection few days later itchy rash grows under l breast. is it b/c the medicine? never had this b4 look like cutaneous candidiasis had 3 hiv test all negative

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Could be: It is not unsual to develop candida infections after antibiotics treatment especially in areas that remain moist.

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

You are not allergic: It is possible that the drug caused candidiasis. You could try an over the counter anti fungal cream and see if it helps.If it doesn't help i would see your dermatologist.

Answered 6/4/2014

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