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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Rash that fades with UV
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.
Rash that fades with UV
by Spanky, Jul 01, 2001 12:00AM
I have a rash at the top of my leg that does not itch is not raised just gets very red,it is about the size of a baseball If I go into a tanning booth it fades considerably after only two visits but does not go away I have never gone tanning for more than 3 visits so I don't know if it would ever go away totaly. Any Ideas. I have tried Naftin cream with no results.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jul 01, 2001 12:00AM
, Jul 01, 2001 12:00AM
Sorry, but this reminds me of nothing I am familiar with. A fungus would go away wuth Naftin. Eczema would not get batter with tanning. Perhaps it's yeast, which Naftin doesn't help--try clotrimazole 1% (OTC) for 10 days. If that fails, show a doctor.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
