What to do if you have red spots on your armpits

Underarm erythema is considered to be caused by rubella, herpes zoster, lichen planus, etc. According to the different diseases, you can choose the corresponding drug treatment.
1. rubella: this condition is common in obese patients, due to long-term friction in the armpits will appear rubella, should pay attention to maintain local cleanliness and hygiene, try not to do strenuous exercise, reduce sweating, keep fresh, when the symptoms are heavy, you can apply glycerine lotion, erythromycin ointment and so on.
2. Herpes zoster: it is a skin disease caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection, which can be manifested as erythema and clustered herpes in a band-like distribution, accompanied by pain. Oral nucleoside antiviral drugs such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir, or bromvudine can be taken.
3. lichen planus: lichen planus is mainly caused by Malassezia violating the cuticle of the skin, you can apply ketoconazole, miconazole, isoconazole, etc., and oral itraconazole and fluconazole can be taken if the symptoms are more serious.
Armpit erythema may also be other reasons, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, to clarify the cause of standardized treatment, the above drugs need to be used in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.