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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Rashes near leg joints
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.
Rashes near leg joints
by Pramod, Nov 30, 1999 12:00AM
Problem : I have rashes/itches on my joining point of my legs(on the upper inside part of my thighs besides my groin). It has been 2 years now. I have been using the cream "Quadriderm" for 1.5 years but its effect lasts only 2-3 days.It is really painful and I have a burning sensation. I am tempted to scratch it. Somtimes I scratch it so hard that my skin peels off and then it really burns. I havn't consulted anybody since I feel a bit shy. It would be great if you could help me as soon as possible as I am desperate to get rid of it.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Nov 30, 1999 12:00AM
, Nov 30, 1999 12:00AM
Pramod:
You may have a chafing rash which comes from the fraction of skin rubbing against skin, or perhaps there might be an element of fungus (" jockey itch"). Your first approach might be to apply one percent hydrocortisone every morning and terbinafine cream at night (both are over-the-counter), along with regular application of a moisturizer such as ordinary hand cream. Try your best not to scratch. If the medicated creams cause burning a little bit at first, persevere for two weeks anyway.
If that doesn't clear you up, please see a doctor. You have nothing to be embarrassed about!
Good luck.
Dr. R
You may have a chafing rash which comes from the fraction of skin rubbing against skin, or perhaps there might be an element of fungus (" jockey itch"). Your first approach might be to apply one percent hydrocortisone every morning and terbinafine cream at night (both are over-the-counter), along with regular application of a moisturizer such as ordinary hand cream. Try your best not to scratch. If the medicated creams cause burning a little bit at first, persevere for two weeks anyway.
If that doesn't clear you up, please see a doctor. You have nothing to be embarrassed about!
Good luck.
Dr. R
best.
Dr. R