A 48-year-old member asked:
what can cause an itchy rash on pubic area?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Joram Seggev answered
Specializes in Allergy and 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.
Answered on Oct 23, 2017
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
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.
Answered on Oct 24, 2017
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Dr. David Zull answered
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See your doctor.: This may be an allergic contact reaction or a folliculitis, but a sexual transmitted infection like scabies or herpes need to be excluded.
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