Having a rash under your breast can be a bothersome condition. It can also be quite concerning and interfere with your daily life. This article will shed some light on why you might develop a rash like this and what treatment options you can use.
Why You Have A Rash Under Breast
The area directly under each breast forms a fold of skin that is warm and moist. This allows it to become the ideal breeding ground for foreign organisms, such as bacteria, yeast, and fungi. In addition, this area also experiences a lot of friction as you move around throughout the day, which can irritate the skin.
Irritated skin is prone to chafing and inflammation. But it might also allow bacteria, fungi, or yeast to compromise the upper layer and cause a skin infection. Therefore, it’s important to know that a rash can happen for a variety of different reasons.
Rashes caused by infections can be due to ringworm, for example. Appearing as patches of skin with a distinct red ring around them, it’s a contagious fungal infection that can spread through sharing items of clothing, towels, and even bathrooms and showers. The kind of fungi involved also causes other skin conditions, like jock itch and athlete’s foot.
Another reason for rashes is candidiasis, a form of infection by candida yeasts that are also responsible for oral thrush and vaginal infections. It shows up as an uncomfortable, itchy rash.
Conclusion: How Can I Treat A Rash Under My Breast?
Remember that the area under the breasts is warm and moist, experiencing friction as you move throughout the day. Removing these variables is a great way to prevent rash under the breast from occurring. This means drying the area regularly, cleaning it with a mild soap or facial wipes, and using anti-chafe cream if necessary.
Fortunately, treating rashes caused by both ringworm and candidiasis is relatively simple. Antifungal creams and ointments contain ingredients that can fight foreign infectious agents. They’re available over-the-counter (e.g., Lotrimin, Terrasil) and by prescription, depending on the formula’s strength. In addition, another way to keep symptoms such as itching at bay is to keep the area clean and dry.
If your symptoms don’t disappear after some time of using an over-the-counter medication, a qualified dermatologist can help. They can diagnose the issue and precisely determine why you have a rash, as it may be due to allergies, eczema, or other reasons unrelated to infection. Plus, they can also prescribe medication that is stronger and helps alleviate the rash based on its exact cause.
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