in my underarms I don´t know if it´s the deodorant or what but I can´t stand it, I have red itchy welts and sometimes a burning sensation. Anyone has an idea of what could it be or what can I do to stop it?. I know I have to go to a doctor but I need to do something now ´cause it´s just unbearable.
2006-10-11 14:17:49 · 10 answers · asked by nobodysfool 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Sometimes the zinc oxide or the aluminum compound that causes the reaction. It can last up to 3-5 days if you don't irritate it furthur. Get some calamine lotion or some oatmeal type anti-itch cream and put it on 3 times a day. If you can handle smelling just a bit for a few days, don't put any deodorant on for 3-4 days. It will prevent a re-aggravation.
Good luck and God Bless!
2006-10-11 14:22:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try switching different brands of deodorant for now. You could also take some binodryl or apply a anti-histamine cream to help soothe the welts.
2006-10-11 14:20:28 · answer #2 · answered by Laura 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be from your deoderant or soap. Buy a different brand. Mild, moisture filled brands like Dove are good for sensitive skin.
Also it could be due to your razor or ingrown hairs. Change the blade and apply a bit of witch hazel after shaving to avoid irritation.
If none of these things help consult your family doctor.
2006-10-11 14:27:08 · answer #3 · answered by RoyGBiv456 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had this happen when i was a teen in gym class. i would go to school wearing spray deodorant then put on stick after gym class. the chemicals are different and will cause a reaction.
2006-10-11 14:26:05 · answer #4 · answered by Kristy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to go to doctor as you might have staph infection which is common for women under the armpits. Also, sometimes women can get boils that need to be lanced there. Go to doctor or clinic. Why suffer. If it is driving you nuts then you go to the doctor.
2006-10-12 01:12:29 · answer #5 · answered by rachel_waves 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
na like u probably itched it then put deodorant and that fuked it up more. ur not suppossed to put deodorant on irritated skin, so thats probably why. happened to me ages ago for a few days. just shower and put moisturiser
2006-10-11 14:20:26 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try changing deodorants and see which one helps, and use your own razor, don't share it. Put some cream on it.
2006-10-11 14:20:14 · answer #7 · answered by jaylee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be from shaving with a dull razor and/ or your deoderant I would try changing both
2006-10-11 14:19:29 · answer #8 · answered by fancy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, sounds like razor burn. Try switching to a lotion hair remover.
2006-10-11 14:20:20 · answer #9 · answered by littleblondemohawk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could it be due to shaving?
2006-10-11 14:19:04 · answer #10 · answered by mortician 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋