A member asked:

I have a big red spot covering my armpit that looks like its irritated. but it doesnt look like most ringworm spots. what do i do??

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Show it to a doctor: A rash in the armpit could be one of several things. I would be most concerned about an abscess or a localized infection (say from shaving)-esp. if it's PAINFUL. If it's more flat and non painful it could be ringworm, a contact allergy (deodorant?), or a more mild infection called folliculitis among other things. If you have any underlying medical problems, that may help the doc to figure it out.

Answered 8/9/2017

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