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Im having black patches under both my breasts for the last 6 months or so. some infection. please advise?
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Fungal infection?: Fungi love dark, warm, moist areas of the body such as beneath breasts or in the groin area. See fp for scraping to be tested for fungus. Usually topical antifungal like Lamisil (terbinafine) along with keeping the area dry with talcum powder or antifungal spray will clear up the infxn. Need to treat for at least a week after outer skin appears clear as deeper layers may still be affected.
Answered 6/26/2014
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