A 31-year-old member asked:
what can i do about an underarm rash that is starting to drain?
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Dr. Mika Hiramatsu answered
Pediatrics 32 years experience
Hot packs: Hot packs to encourage drainage. Topica antibiotic, like neosporin. If it doesn't get better you probably need to be seen for oral antibiotics.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
What are common causes of red inflamed underarm rash?
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Dr. Yale Kanter answered
Ophthalmology 61 years experience
Under arm rash: The two most common causes are reaction to deodorants and shaving. A physician should be able to give you the appropriate advice to get it resolved.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
What to do for an underarm rash?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Joel Gallant answered
Infectious Disease 36 years experience
Deodorant?: You may be reacting to your deodorant. Try going without for a few days. If that works, you'll need to change your deodorant.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
What can I do about a severe underarm rash?
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Dr. Scott Bolhack answered
Wound care 35 years experience
Dermatitis: You need to see a clinician to determine the diagnosis. There are many causes for what you describe.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
What causes red underarm rash?
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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
Bacteria: A secondary bacterial infection of the skin of the underarm area.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How to fix an underarm rash quickly?
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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered
Dermatology 29 years experience
Really depends on : what is causing the rash, you can try desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) and cornstarch but if doesn't clear you should see dermatologist
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