A 63-year-old female asked:

I have gotten raw areas in my groin and undwr both arms. what can i use to heal this?

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Dr. Gutti Raoanswered

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?fungal infection: You may have a fungal infection or some sort of dermatitis. Please see your doctor.

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Dr. Donald Shenenberger commented

Dermatology 27 years experience

While a fungal infection is certainly possible I would also consider hidradenitis. A dermatologist really should evaluate this.

Aug 12, 2012

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