Question:
How often do you get these rashes

How often do they occur and how long does it take to go away? Its seem like I was getting them about 1-2 times a month taking about a week to clear up. Now that the weather is hot, seems like its always there. Anyone else this way?    — Carrie W. (posted on July 18, 2004)

July 17, 2004
If you talking about the RASH under your panni - its because of the HEAT being traped down there.. YOU would get more in the summer than the winter
   — star .

July 18, 2004
Did you see your Dr about the rashes? They can give you some prescription cream to help clear it up and it's important to get it documented with your family Dr for future insurance approval for a tummy tuck.
   — linda A.

July 18, 2004
This is a yeast infection in your rolls. This is a reason to get a tummy tuck. If your insurance covers the medication go to the dr and get it documented, pictures help. Other wise I have found washing the area with a dandruff shampoo will help. Selson blue was recommended by the vet for my neighbors dog. He used to get yeast infections on his skin The vet said head and shoulders wasn't good enough. Personally I used desatin but the stuff is expensive and burns if you get it in your eyes. Also I have used tinacton althetes foot fungus powder in a can. My rolls used to bleed in the summer but I found these do help.
   — Rebecca K.

July 18, 2004
Is the rash you are getting a bright red and itchy? I have this now. I am only three weeks out and its driving me nuts. I have been doing baby powder, diaper rash cream (since hydrocortison did nothing for two days)still I don't see an improvement. I am uncomfortable. I have it under the arms on the torso area spreading under boobs and under stomach, leg creases! I don't think there is a place left that I don't have this rash!
   — dcox94

July 18, 2004
Carrie...I have the rash right now under my stomach where the excess skin is laying. It's on both sides and goes from about 1 inch above the actual crease line to about 1 inch down on my thighs. It's a heat rash which is really a yeast infection. I have had these before my WLS surgery (I am 6 months post op) and have had them several times since. I have found, both in the past and now, using Yeastguard, Monostat, and Vagisil creams on them and it works very well in healing it. I also use corn starch under my stomach in the grooves after everytime I shower. This does a pretty good job in absorbing the sweat and heat and also helps keep me from itching so badly when I get it. It seems the worst time for me is when I've been sweating a lot as in cleaning and exercising. Hope this helps...Good luck and God bless.
   — Katherine F.

July 18, 2004
It is a yeast infection caused by candida. You need an antifungal. Mycalog is the brand name. Nystatin with triamcinolone is the generic name. You need to use it until about a week after the rash is not visible anymore or it will simply come back.
   — catleth

July 18, 2004
Hi! I am a nurse so I can hang out my sign and give out medical advice! I get these rashes too. They are a yeast/fungal infection. Wash the area with warm water and mild soap, rinse well with warm water, then dry completely with a cool blow dryer. Then use an over-the-counter athlete's foot creme (I like the generic form of clotrimazole) and use it a couple times a day for a week or two (longer for deeper, extensive rashes) And one more point... these fungus infections feed on talc (with warmth and moisture as habitat) So stop using powder! (cornstarch is ok)! Office hours over. Smiles, Sue
   — auntsusiern

July 19, 2004
I know you've already gotten a lot of answers here, but I'd just like to chime in again that, as another poster said, Nystatin is my first choice. My doctor prescribed it because it is a powder, not a cream. He said creams work slowly because they are damp, which contributes to the original problem and slows healing. Nystatin is a powder and helps to dry out the area and treat the infection at the same time. It works very quickly for me, better than anything else I've ever tried. Just my two cents. Good luck! XOXO Jen
   — jenpatalano

July 19, 2004
Get them all of the time, under my apron, in my belly button, under my breast. I hate this hanging skin, and the heat here in Arizona is around 110 degrees, and you can not keep the moisture from forming. I went to my pcp and he gave me a prescription for some Nitrate cream, and I also use Monistat cream and Medicated Gold Bond powder. Get a picture of your rashes and get it documented on your medical records. I also use rolled up toilet paper in my belly button, and I use a thin panty liner (kotex) folded in half under my apron, this helps keep the mositure from getting so bad. Good Luck at keeping those area's dry.
   — cindy

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