itchy rash on my stomach,back and thighs

[malberson54]

i developed a very itchy rash about a week ago that started on my back.it has since moved to my stomach and thighs.what could be causing this?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Without examination,confirmation of a diagnosis is tough but it can be contact dermatitis,rash due to friction rub with clothes,fungal infections,dermatitis (atopic, contact, allergic)or excessive sweating causing sweat dermatitis.

Avoid using any lotions and creams for the meantime.Use a mild cleanser with moisturizing properties like Cetaphil. Also use cotton clothes and change the clothes twice if there is any increased sweating.Try keeping the skin free of sweat as far as possible. If the symptoms still persist then you can apply mild steroid like dermacort.For the itching antihistaminics like Benadryl or Claritin can be taken.

If the rash persists then it will be best to get it evaluated from a dermatologist.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Warm regards.

[jagesh50]

History is meagre to give any specific diagnosis,but may be an irritant dermatitis.Apply calamine and cap.benedryl 1 at bedtime will sedate you and relieve itching too.