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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Armpit Rash
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Armpit Rash
by Rick M, Sep 29, 1999 12:00AM
I have an itchy redish rash with little bumps (the bumps are now in little patchs) that started in my left armpit. It continued for a few days before it spread to my right armpit. I have been using Cortizone to help the itching but usually it burns when I first apply it. (I think it burns because I have scratched it) It seems to be spreading slightly.
I also wanted to point out that I have had a cold throughout the time I have had this rash.
Also the rash seem to be only on the armpit area.
What can I use to treat something like this?
Is there something that could help flush out whatever toxins are causing this?
I also wanted to point out that I have had a cold throughout the time I have had this rash.
Also the rash seem to be only on the armpit area.
What can I use to treat something like this?
Is there something that could help flush out whatever toxins are causing this?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 29, 1999 12:00AM
, Sep 29, 1999 12:00AM
Rick:
Most likely, your rash is local irritation, not allergy. I often see it in areas where skin rubs against skin. Most of the time, antiperspirant plays little or no role.
My advice: apply 1% hydrocortisone (OTC) twice a day (ignore burning--it will subside.) Cover each time with moisture lotion (any.) If it's not gone in a wekk, see a doctor, but I bet you won't have to.
Best.
Dr. R
Most likely, your rash is local irritation, not allergy. I often see it in areas where skin rubs against skin. Most of the time, antiperspirant plays little or no role.
My advice: apply 1% hydrocortisone (OTC) twice a day (ignore burning--it will subside.) Cover each time with moisture lotion (any.) If it's not gone in a wekk, see a doctor, but I bet you won't have to.
Best.
Dr. R
I too had a cold when this began and still have cold symptoms. This is the time of year when my asthma kicks in so once I began couging I started on the azmacort and allegra.
Cortizone cream doesn't really seem to help with the itch. The itch is so bad I can't sleep. Any other suggestions? Thanks
It sounds like nonallergic eczema. At the drugstore, pick up some Sarna lotion for itch, and see a dermatologist for a prescription-strength cortisone cream.
Best.
Dr. R
Have found through trial and error a cream called "Bactroban mupirocin ointment" will usually clear it up in a few days.
Can be 2 two 4 years between outbreaks.
Any ideas?
I have found that it will clear in about 3 days if armpits are washed before bedtime and Bactroban mupirocin ointment is applied.
This condition seems to come in the colder winter months.
This is not connected to using different deodorants, soaps or wearing new clothing etc.
As this condition happens infrequently and I can now get rid of it fairly quickly I am not too concerned but would love to find the answer.
anything I can do to get rid of this? It is quite unatractive
--Rob