Itchy burning rash under my breasts

by Michelle
(Lafayette, LA, USA)

It is only getting worse. I don't know what caused it or how to get rid of it. It burns and itches. This rash is in the fold under both of my breast. Even the slightest touch will make it burn. Any help?

Itchy burning rash under my breasts

The history and pictures would be consistent with candida infection or thrush. This is very common and usually occurs in moist, warm areas and the breast folds are a common site.

It can be treated with Clotrimazole (also known as Canesten and you can purchase this at Amazon. Here's the link:Canesten Cream 2% Thrush 20g Health and Beauty). If this is ineffective, I would advise a combination cream consisting of steroid and an antifungal such as Hydrocortisone 1% and Clotrimazole applied sparingly twice a day as there could be an element of dermatitis associated.

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