Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007
Subject: Breast rash
I have had a red rash under my breasts for about 3 months which I think I
got while I was playing beach volleyball. The sand sometimes gets
underneath my bathing suit top and scratches the skin, which is sometimes
sweaty. I assumed it was a heat rash but after reading some letters on
your website, I feel it might be related to my other episodes of fungus.
I had a bout of Tinea versicolor about a year ago which was taken care of
by ketoconzole tablets. I also have a mild foot fungus which I am having
treated by a dermatologist.
I was wondering what you would suggest for the breast rash. Is it related
to the
tinea? And if so, is this a candida issue?
Thank you for your advice.
Rashes in this area are most commonly fungal with various fungal organisms
causing them. As most creams contain antifungal antibiotics they are usually ONLY
effective against up to 3 different fungi.
Just apply it thickly in the affected skin folds at night and put on an old
tea shirt as the white base can stain clothing.
Wash it off in the morning shower.
Repeat this process and after about 14 days the problem should be gone or at
least much better. Continue until the problem has been gone for at least 7
days before you stop.
Ensure all your bathers, bras e.t.c are washed in a HOT wash as they can
harbor fungal spores and reinfect you.