Why does the fold on my lower stomach have a rash and redness?
Intertrigo is a common and treatable skin condition that can lead to an infection. It often happens in skin folds where your skin rubs together. The friction causes inflammation that looks like a red, bumpy rash. In adults, intertrigo commonly occurs under belly fat or breasts, or in the armpits. Having any type of overhanging or excess skin puts you at risk of developing this condition. Intertrigo can be uncomfortable, red, and itchy, and it can lead to other skin issues such as sores.Intertrigo infected by bacteria should be treated with topical (eg, mupirocin) or oral antibiotics (eg, penicillin) along with low-potency topical steroids. Intertrigo infected by yeasts or dermatophytes should be treated with antifungal agents.Coconut oil has antifungal properties, so it may help with intertrigo. However, you may also need to use other things like a mild soap, topical steroid creams, antifungal creams, or shampoos for relief.Poor Hygiene: Inadequate skin care can increase the risk of intertrigo. Bacterial Infections: Secondary bacterial infections (e. Staphylococcus aureus) can worsen intertrigo.Usually, malignant intertrigo is not reported, and the incidence may be higher than expected. Diagnosis is based mainly on typical clinical presentation. Negative results for bacterial and fungal cultures, and no satellite lesions at the periphery distinguish malignant intertrigo from infectious intertrigo.
What is the best soap for cleaning skin folds?
Wash skin folds every day with antibacterial soap or body wash, such as Dial. This decreases skin germs and acts as an antiperspirant. Only apply the soap to the sweaty parts of your body otherwise it may be too drying. Wash skin folds twice a week with a pyrithione zinc soap. Cleaning and drying the skin carefully can help prevent rashes and infections. To wash under skin folds: Use one hand to lift and flatten the skin fold. Gently clean the area with a washcloth, and then dry.
What infections cause rashes under folds?
Intertrigo occurs when skin folds, like those between thighs or underarms, become warm and moist, creating an environment good for microbial growth. Bacterial, yeast or fungal infections can thrive in these conditions, causing inflammation. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and Candida yeast are common culprits. The intertrigo treatment for an affected area is to keep it dry, clean, and cool. You need to shower every day (especially after excessive sweating or physical activity) and properly dry yourself with a clean towel by gently tapping it on your skin, rather than rubbing it forcefully.This can occur in any place where the skin comes in contact with skin, such as the underarm area, under the breasts, and in the skin folds of the abdomen or groin. There is no cure for intertrigo, but treatment outlined below decreases the frequency and severity of flares.Intertrigo may be worse in incontinent individuals since urine and feces can gather in the skin folds. Sweat and poor hygiene may also contribute to the problem. Bacteria, fungi and yeasts thrive in the warm moist environments so secondary infection is common.