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My son has a rash on both his thighs that at first we thought was caused by his nappy but its now spread to his armpits . its not responding to tropical creams ( clotrimazole) and its been almost two weeks now . help?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Likely requires exam: Rashes are often only properly labeled & treated after a review of the history and a direct exam. Sometimes a doc could provide guidance with review of good photos. This site does not support such submissions but you may have a doc in your region that does telemedicine.

Answered 4/14/2020

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A member asked:

My son has a rash on both his thighs that at first we thought was caused by his nappy but its now spread to his armpits . its not responding to tropical creams ( clotrimazole) and its been almost two weeks now . help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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