Suggest Treatment For Rashes On The Back

Posted on Wed, 23 Sep 2015

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Question : This is a picture of the rash i've had on my back for 3 mo , what can i do to get rid of it ? Ive tried foot spray & alcohol , Its 2" x 3/4" & itches a little

This is a picture of the 3 month rash ?

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A contact dermatitis with probable fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM,

I saw your picture and read your question.

The rash you have seems like a reaction of the skin, caused by an irritant (metal, cloth, friction, or sometimes the cause is not always identified). Since it is an old one, a fungal infection tents to go over it.

So, if I was your caring doctor, I would recommend to use a steroid cream, combined with an antifungal cream, for 7-10 days, twice/day. Sometimes you may find them over the counter in the local pharmacy, or if not you will need to see a dermatologist to prescribe that for you.

Alcohol makes it worse because it dries the skin, so I would say to not use it.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.

Take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar