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What Causes Raised Rashes On Thighs And Legs?

my 25yo son has a raised rash (light and dark red) that has formed on his thighs and legs (seems to be only from the waste down). He showers regularly so doesnt appear to be a heat / bathing issue and it is over approx 30% of his body below the waist and hardly anything (maybe 1 or 2 spots) above the waist. They dont appear to be any kind of bite
Mon, 30 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Perhaps he has a fungal infection/tinea cruris. The waist/belt area and inner thighs are favorable sites for the fungus to grow. The rash starts as rings which continue to expand and has a dry/scaly surface. While bathing and maintaining hygiene are important measures I also suggest him to take an oral antifungal e.g. either Terbinafine or Itraconazole. In addition I suggest him to apply a topical antifungal e.g. either Luliconazole cream or Sertaconazole cream. He may also take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine tablet for symptomatic relief from itching.

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What Causes Raised Rashes On Thighs And Legs?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Perhaps he has a fungal infection/tinea cruris. The waist/belt area and inner thighs are favorable sites for the fungus to grow. The rash starts as rings which continue to expand and has a dry/scaly surface. While bathing and maintaining hygiene are important measures I also suggest him to take an oral antifungal e.g. either Terbinafine or Itraconazole. In addition I suggest him to apply a topical antifungal e.g. either Luliconazole cream or Sertaconazole cream. He may also take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine tablet for symptomatic relief from itching. Regards.