A 48-year-old member asked:
What can cause an itchy rash on pubic area?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Joram Seggevanswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine - Allergy & Immunology
Various causes: Itching in the pubic area may be due to heat and sweating; fungal infection if there are skin folds; contact allergy to certain chemicals in underwear, particularly made of synthetic materials; lice transmitted by sexual contact or sleeping on an infested mattress. As the causes are so different, you better see your physician.
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Many possible: causes. These lesions need to be visualized & a history needs to be obtained in order to make an accurate diagnosis. Sometimes lab testing or biopsy is necessary.
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A member asked:
Itchy rash on pubic area after 2 days of shaving ?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Jack Mutnickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 18 years experience
Folliculitis: Sounds like folliculitis. If the redness spreads or the skin gets firm, hot, painful then see a doctor since it could be a cellulitis (infection).
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A 45-year-old member asked:
What can cause an insanely itchy rash?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
There are many, many: possible causes. Consider getting it checked medically for a better idea.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
What is the cause of my itchy rash?
3 doctor answers • 10 doctors weighed in

Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 30 years experience
Itchy rash: Many answers apply to your question and it is best answered by a thorough history and physical exam. See your doctor about it and they may decide if you need to see a specialist.
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