Suggest treatment for rash,itching and bad odor in armpits
Patient: I am an active tennis player runner who has had very little body odor under armpits though I do sweat quite a lot. These past 2 months, I have experienced a smelly odor that doesn t seem to be cured with deodorant or even completely gone after shower. I ve stopped using deodorant (have never used much in past) and I ve started washing with anti bacteria soap. It doesn t seem to be the cure. The rash is under each armpit in different areas and itches horribly. Please advise. thx. Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.1. Your concern may be intertigo secondary to candidial yeast infection.2. You can try ketogold anti fungal soap for body wash instead of antibacterial soap.3. Try lulifin cream once daily bed time for 30 consecutive days, even if there is improvement.4. Dust abzorb dusting powder twice daily as a maintenance.5. Bath twice daily and try to maintain dry environment in the armpits.6. Avoid wet clothes.This will help you, don't worry.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Sandeep Golla