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What could cause a red rash in the perianal area under the scrotum that stings and chafes and flares on contact with water, bowel movement or touch?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dermatitis: Probably......fungal in nature.Iron your under garments, Use loose boxers, Oral and local antifungal course will help......

Answered 1/19/2017

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Several causes!: If you are using a new soap, scents, cream, detergent, toilet paper, fabric softener, stop them. These can cause contact dermatitis which affects delicate skin quicker (also underwear ensures close contact). Or could be a fungus (yeast, jock itch). If no new skin/clothes products, try over the counter meds for jock itch. Also don't overscrub or use hot water (makes skin problems worse. See MD.

Answered 8/27/2017

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