Rash

[asal300]

I have a rash on both of my inner thighs and sometimes under my left breast  theyare dry and non itchy. They came up first a couple of months ago and now they are back. they are non raised and they are very pinkish red. could this be caused from a bacterial infection?

[asal300]

thank you! i work for an internal medicine doctor but i do not talk to him about any of my concerns. the rash has gone away but i am sure it will come back. I wish i could afford medical insurance but unfortunately i live alone and struggle.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to eczema. It is a form of chronic dermatitis (rash).Allergic reaction is one of the important causes of eczema. Allergic reaction can occur to strong soaps, certain foods, plants, metals, cosmetics, dust mites etc.

The other possibility is or a chronic fungal infection or psoriasis. You can apply some calamine lotion at the rash as it will help in soothing the skin. You can take some OTC oral antihistamine medications like Benadryl or Claritin and see if it helps.

For mild-moderate symptoms a weak steroid may be used, whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid. But they are available under prescription and should be taken only after consulting a dermatologist.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.