Type of armpit

Types of armpit rashes

Atopic dermatitis

Also known as eczema, atopic dermatitis normally begins in childhood. Eczema is most common in the folds of the body, like the backs of your knees, the insides of your elbows, or in your armpits. It’s usually red, itchy, and can crust over.

Because of the intense itch, eczema rashes can bleed after continuous scratching. Sometimes, eczema rashes seep clear fluid. Many people with eczema experience flare-ups at certain times of the year. Otherwise, their skin may appear normal.

Seborrheic dermatitis

Seborrheic dermatitis is skin irritation caused partly by the overproduction of sebum, or skin oils. Unlike the dry patches of eczema, seborrheic dermatitis appears as oily patches of flakes or scales. The flakes may be white or yellow due to the excess oil.

Some infants experience a form of seborrheic dermatitis called cradle cap. This condition usually shows up on the scalp, ears, face, and armpits.

Contact dermatitis

Contact dermatitis occurs when you come into contact with an allergen or irritant.

Contact dermatitis under your arms can be caused by the fragrance in your deodorant or lotion. A new laundry detergent or even the fabric of your shirt can also cause contact dermatitis.

Candida

Candida or candidiasis is essentially a fungus or yeast infection. Candida occurs most frequently on moist areas of skin, like the underarms. It can cause swelling, itching, scaling, and red rashes.

Candida can worsen in hot weather, under tight clothing, or because of poor hygiene. Unlike other underarm rashes, candida rashes are best treated by an antifungal cream. Steroid creams can make fungal infections worse.

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