Groin rash

A 45-year-old woman presents with an acute-onset, mildly pruritic rash and a fever. She was diagnosed with pneumonia 4 days ago and has been taking azithromycin since that time. What's the diagnosis?

Jock itch is an itch around the genital and buttock areas, common in athletes and people who build up large amounts of sweat in these areas. This article examines how it is diagnosed, the risk factors, when should a doctor be consulted, and what lifestyle tips may help to prevent it.

Itchiness after shaving can occur in any area that a person shaves. Shaving incorrectly, using products that contain harsh chemicals, or shaving a sensitive area are potential causes. Learn more here.

10 Prevention Tips and Natural Remedies for Chafing | If you suffer from chafing rashes when it's hot and humid, when you sweat while working out, or when wearing certain clothing fabrics, this post is for you! Chafing occurs due to persistent rubbing, resulting in a red skin rash typically on the inner thighs, groin, buttocks, armpits and underarm area. This post has tons of tips and home remedies to help you treat the symptoms of chafing, and prevent it from occurring in the future.

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by Shamik Das (New Delhi, India) Affected Area 1 My 5 year old dog (Pranky, a Boxer) has developed red rashes on the underside of his belly and hind legs. He has also rashes and discoloration on his groin. History: Since the time I got him he’s had similar rashes every year at least once. […]

Background/Purpose: Dermatomyositis (DM) is a subset of idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, characterized by proximal skeletal muscle weakness and skin manifestations. Several skin eruptions have been described in DM patients including Gottron’s papules, Gottron’s sign, heliotrope rash, facial erythema, periungual erythema, shawl sign, V-neck sign, and holster sign. We describe a new skin eruption we have termed […]

Home Remedies for Jock Itch

Read about eight reasons why you may have itching in the groin.

If a rash doesn’t have a direct cause, it can be diagnosed as eczema. But what does this mean for your child, and how can you best help them

Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection of the skin that has nothing to do with worms. Find out about the symptoms of ringworm, and how to treat it.

A breast rash is the irritation and redness that usually occurs on the skin under the breasts. Breast rash may occur as a result of wearing a bra that doesn't fit well or excessive sweating below the breasts. A breast rash may present...

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Dealing with an inner thigh or groin rash? You're definitely not alone. Rashes generally tend to pop up in places with a lot of moisture and lots of skin-to-skin contact, both of which your inner thigh and groin area have in spades. Try...

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The main medical uses of red columbine are treating sore throats, headaches, fever, and stomach aches, as well as skin rashes and...