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I have a sever rash under my arms, my arpits are raw and feel as if on fire. what could be the cause of this and how do i make it go away?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Skin Infection: This is very common and it is also very common for both underarms to become involved. It usually starts off as a yeast infection but turns into a bacterial skin infection secondarily. One must stop deodorant and anti-persperant during the infection and most likely will need prescription medications to get this healed.

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Answered 1/3/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sever rash under my arms, my arpits are raw and feel as if on fire. what could be the cause of this and how do i make it go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Ezeokoli agreed

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