Rashes in armpits need to be clarified before targeting the cause of the disease, and the common ones are prickly heat, eczema, ringworm and so on. Patients can take medication and daily care to promote the recovery of the disease.
1. Prickly heat: a common skin disease in summer or in hot and humid environments, manifested as red papules, pimples, etc., accompanied by itching and other symptoms. You can use glycerine lotion to relieve itching under the guidance of a doctor, and use glucocorticoid drugs such as halometasone cream in severe cases. In daily life, we should keep the armpits fresh and dry, and wear cool and breathable clothes to avoid aggravation of the disease.
2. Eczema: manifested as erythema, papules, blisters, etc., can be accompanied by itching, oozing symptoms, easy to recur, can occur in the hands, feet, armpits and other parts. Patients can use mometasone furoate gel and other glucocorticoid drugs to achieve anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. In life, you need to keep the affected area clean and dry, avoid scratching, so as not to exacerbate the disease with ulceration.
3. Ringworm: caused by fungal infection, patients will appear in the armpit and other parts of the red rash. Tinea corporis is mainly treated with medication, you can use econazole nitrate cream, terbinafine hydrochloride tablets, etc., need to follow the doctor’s instructions. You need to pay attention to the hygiene of the affected area to keep it clean and dry.
Rashes in the armpits are recommended to seek medical advice as soon as possible, and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, so as not to delay the treatment and lead to aggravation of the disease. Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.