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I have these red itchy patches under my armpits for a little while now i don't know what it's from, trying some creams but i don't see nothing gone.

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Contact dermatitis: It may be a contact dermatitis from deodorants. Use no deodorant for a while. If it persists, see a dermatologist.

Answered 4/2/2013

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A member asked:

I have these red itchy patches under my armpits for a little while now i don't know what it's from, trying some creams but i don't see nothing gone.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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