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Can Hydrocortisone Cream Be Used For Burning Red Rash Under Armpit?

I have developed a red rash under only one armpit that has a clear, a little bit yellowish discharge. I think it might have been caused by a underarm deodorant, only that one under arm is affected. It does not itch, but it burns a little. This being Saturday, I cannot get a hold of my doctor or Dermatologist.
Should I use a Hydrocortisone cream on it?
Thank you.
Bob Terzick, Fort Lauderdale, florida

posted on Wed, 22 Oct 2014

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Thu, 23 Oct 2014 Answered on

Fri, 24 Oct 2014 Last reviewed on

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Ronald Schubert's Response

Thanks for contacting HCM

You have recently developed a red rash in your underarms and the most common cause is deodorants. I recommend that you keep the area clean and dry and not apply any additional deodorants. Applying a hydrocortisone cream may help reduce some of the redness but use it sparingly.

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Can Hydrocortisone Cream Be Used For Burning Red Rash Under Armpit?

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