I get a very sore rash down below, and it gets worse the more I walk around. I think it might be heat rash but not sure. Iv found that talc helps a little bit but not that great. anyone got any tips on how to stop this?
2006-11-07 17:52:50 · 19 answers · asked by StrongBoy 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
Did you shave down below before the chafing started?
2006-11-07 17:55:05 · answer #1 · answered by lataliano 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If its a fungal infection you should have it treated. If its just a red sore bumpy rash, then try Body Glide. Its an anti-friction product specifically for this problem and I've been told by friends that it's fantastic. You shouldnt really use talc as it can block your pores and cause boils. Good luck :)
http://www.bodyglide.com/skin/skin.html
2006-11-07 18:04:13 · answer #2 · answered by katy1pm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's caused by friction - and that's the reason the talc helps, because of the silica that reduces the friction.
Go with the vaseline - but only if it is friction - get your doc to check before you use anything at all.
2006-11-07 23:15:20 · answer #3 · answered by fireside_jo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is something new out called Monistat soothing care Chafing relief powder-gel. It comes in a small tube and you rub it on the areas that rub or chafe. It is a gel but is like a powder. It works great. You can find it at stores in the aisle with the pregnancy tests and lube. Hope this helps. It is great stuff.
2006-11-08 01:56:59 · answer #4 · answered by KT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry buddy, its not a plesant task but ive had this problem when doing some trekking about and found vaseline liberally applied helps to lubricate the old skin and stops the heat build up.
2006-11-07 17:57:59 · answer #5 · answered by Phil C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Lose fitting Pure Cotton Underwear.
Try and Keep the Area as Dry as Possible,Bacteria Loves Moist ,Warm Places.
If you can remove that environment-then you will stop it!
The use of Anti-fungal cremes or Powders are advisable(Check with your Pharmacists for which type would suit You!
2006-11-07 17:56:40 · answer #6 · answered by J. Charles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only think which helps me is talc and I always have a small one in my bag especially in the hot weather. Also I tend to wear trousers now and hardly ever dreses or skirts.
2006-11-07 17:56:49 · answer #7 · answered by London Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not use talc that will make it worse in the long run use cream or oil to help it
was told this by a nurse
2006-11-11 06:41:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wear loose-fitting clothes and rub a little vaseline (petroleum jelly) over the affected area - lots of athletes use it to stop chafing when they're running, so it does work!
2006-11-07 21:08:11 · answer #9 · answered by junkmonkey1983 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash and dry. Dab your skin with a tissue soaked in Surgical Spirit this will bump off any fungal infection and harden the skin. This is cheap too!
Make certain your underwear is washed at 60C to kill any fungi.
PS - it will sting like hell but the result is worth it!
RoyS.
2006-11-07 18:12:10 · answer #10 · answered by Roy S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋