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Rash..... Sore throat...... foot peeling and itch

I recently developed a reddish bumpy pain full rash on my lower inner thigh. Prior to this I got what I thought to be athletes foot on my left foot. It itches and peels reveling red sensitive skin. And Now I have developed a sore throat. I live with my mom who has a few months ago developed a bumpy rash on her arms. And now that has started showing up on me. I also have three dogs. One of them is a 9 week old puppy who’s rescue thought might have Parvo …. But I did have the foot thing before her.  I am 20 years old in very good health other than that, I am obese but I am on a diet with a MD at my hospital and have recently lost 35lb and am still losing. What do you think this is..? I realize that I might be looking at completely unrelated symptoms. Thank you! And I would appreciate any help that you can offer!
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I went to my Dr. today and she thinks the most likely cause is a drug rash.... yuck. I have been on a lot of diff meds. Recently due to a bee sting... I had a really bad allergic reaction... the 911 kind. And Like I mentioned before I have recently lost weight I take meds for that... migraine Meds at night. It all adds up. Any ways she is hoping that this is the cause. If not we will have to come up with a new plan. Blah. Thank you so much for your response. ~Court
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Hi,
The bumpy rash could be due to the same fungus which caused the athletes foot.Tinea cruris is the scientific name for fungal infection of the groin region.
it causes itching or a burning sensation in the groin area, thigh skin folds, or anus. It may involve the inner thighs and genital areas, as well as extending back to the perineum and perianal areas.Affected areas may appear red, tan, or brown, with flaking, peeling, or cracking skin.
Fungus from other parts of the body (commonly tinea pedis or 'athlete's foot') can contribute to jock itch. A warm, damp environment allowing the fungus to cultivate greatly contributes; especially with tight, sweaty or rubbing clothing .
Tinea cruris is best treated with antifungal drugs applied topically. Traditionally creams containing tolnaftate, clotrimazole or miconazole have been used, although newer agents such as butenafine are also used.
To cure the infection naturally, keep moist and warm areas of the body clean and dry. Change anything the fungus comes into contact with daily, like undergarments and towels. You can use talcum powder to help keep the area dry. Powders with menthol or zinc oxide may be used, like Gold Bond medicated powder, to soothe the itch.
ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tinea_cruris
The sore throat can be a coincidental symptom.You could do hot water gargling and if necessary take a course of antibiotics for it.



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