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I have a reddish brown circle in my armpit and it itches like crazy but huts when i scratch. what is it what do i do?

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Dr. Lawrence Colen answered

Tinea: Could be a fungal infection that commonly occurs in "moist" areas of the body. Tinea corporis - google it for images. It responds well to prescription strength topicals. See a dermatologist.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/29/2014

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A member asked:

I have a reddish brown circle in my armpit and it itches like crazy but huts when i scratch. what is it what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lawrence Colen answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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