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My 18 year old son has raised red itchy skin. mainly in groin area, on buttocks and under arms. ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Rash: This would require examination to be able to properly assess.

Answered 8/10/2020

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Rash: May be fugal- which often is itchy and thrives in warm moist areas or bacterial. Does he shave there?Can promote bacterial infection from nicks. Wash w/ soap, do not shave, keep dry w/ loose cotton clothing that allows for ventilation. Rinsing area with vinegar in shower may help w/ fungus , anti fungal cremes may help but F/U/W MD as may need oral & topical antibiotics for bacterial rash

Answered 8/11/2020

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