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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
chest and neck area
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.
chest and neck area
by Jay, Aug 28, 1999 12:00AM
I have had a rash for several weeks now.It started about dime size on my chest.There was a clear spot in the middle but has since filled in.It has also spread up my neck.I have been using an over the counter anti fungle cream, and a medicated anti itching powder.Is this something that needs to run its course? How long should I wait before seeing a doc? Last spring I had a similar rash in the inner leg area, and it took at least 4 months to go away. As you might guess I don't like to go to the Docs.I also have been stressed and very tired since the birth of my 3 year old. Thanks.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Aug 28, 1999 12:00AM
, Aug 28, 1999 12:00AM
Jay:
Since you have a 3-year-old, I'll assume that you're at least reasonably young. A common rash on the neck and torso of young people is a fungus called tinea versicolor. This is not contagious and often recurs, especially in the summer. Applying an over-the-counter cream like clotrimazole or ketoconazole couldn't hurt, and may get rid of the spots in 2 weeks of twice-daily applications. If it doesn't, you may want to have a doc look at it. We;re not so bad when you get to know us!
Best.
Dr. R
Since you have a 3-year-old, I'll assume that you're at least reasonably young. A common rash on the neck and torso of young people is a fungus called tinea versicolor. This is not contagious and often recurs, especially in the summer. Applying an over-the-counter cream like clotrimazole or ketoconazole couldn't hurt, and may get rid of the spots in 2 weeks of twice-daily applications. If it doesn't, you may want to have a doc look at it. We;re not so bad when you get to know us!
Best.
Dr. R
