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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is erythrasma?
This is a common skin condition caused by bacterial infection. It is chronic and involves the skin folds such as the armpit, groin and between the toes. It appears as discolored patches with tiny scales or fissures. It affects both men and women, and more prevalent in hot and humid climates.
Symptoms of erythrasma
Scaly skin that flakes off
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Questions your doctor may ask to check for erythrasma
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose erythrasma
Do you have scaly skin that flakes off?
Do you have red skin or red spots on the skin?
Treatment for erythrasma
Erythrasma can be treated at home with antibacterial body washe and by keeping the affected area clean and dry. If symptoms persist, doctors may prescribe tointments or creams, or oral medication.
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References
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Riquelme IL, Moyano EG. Axillary and inguinal erythrasma. CMAJ. 2021 Oct 4;193(39):E1535. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.210310. PMID: 34607848; PMCID: PMC8568083.
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Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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