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$Unique_ID{BRK00123}
$Pretitle{}
$Title{What Could the Rash Under My Breast Be?}
$Subject{fungus rash treatment Infection Infections Breast fungal bra bras
fungi rashes treatments Breasts skin itchy itch itches}
$Volume{A-19, A-20}
$Log{}
Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
What Could the Rash Under My Breast Be?
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QUESTION: I have a terrible rash under my breast. What can it be? How
should it be treated?
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ANSWER: Your rash may be a common condition that is the result of a fungal
infection. Don't be alarmed; most fungal infections are mild but hard to get
rid of. You should see your doctor to confirm the diagnosis and obtain an
effective prescription cream to apply to the red, itchy area. You will have
to apply the cream for two to three weeks, and keep applying it for about
seven days after all symptoms disappear. Because your rash is in a
particularly bad spot (where there is chafing of skin against skin), you
should be careful to keep the area cool and dry. Moisture tends to delay
healing and actually promotes "opportunistic" fungi. Make sure your bra is
100% cotton, and if it is possible, forego wearing it for now. Your sore
breast needs air, air, and more air to be cleared up. You might use a mild
talcum powder on the area as well. It will also help to absorb the
perspiration and the resulting moisture which can work against you. Once you
have had your prescription medication, you will have to use it three to four
times daily. This method may seen inconvenient but these annoying conditions
can only be controlled by persistent and regular treatments.
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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
problem.