skin inflammation

[emdisease]

I have got skin inflammation around the groin and armpit. Secretion of slime can be seen when the groin area gets warm. Scalling of skin can also be seen. The symptom has last for a month. I have been using Clotrimazole cream for 3 days and it does not get any better. A new area of infection is now present on my penis.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It is good that the oozing has stopped. But you see till there is complete healing, the condition may flare up again and then recurrence can be seen. Please try resorting to the above stated measures and if the condition persists then please consult a dermatologist.
Hope it helps. Take care and do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries. Warm regards.

[emdisease]

Hi,

Thanks for your advice doctor, the ooze has stopped. But I wonder how long will it take for me to fully recover?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be intertrigo. An intertrigo usually appears red and raw-looking, and may also itch, ooze, and be sore.

Please keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical zinc oxide cream like Sudocrem, Desitin are very helpful(apply with a paper towel and not directly with hands).Application of mild steroid cream like dermacort also helps. For the itching please take some over the counter antihistaminic like Benadryl or Claritin. In case the symptoms persist then antifungals may be needed. Please consult a dermatologist in that case. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.