Learn something new every day More Info... by email Erythrasma
is a bacterial skin infection which favors moist folds of the
skin. The medical term for the folds of the skin found around
armpits, the groin, and knees is intertriginous skin, which can
be useful to know if you feel like your doctor is speaking in
tongues. The infection takes the form of reddish brown raised
patches which sometimes itch. If left untreated, the patches
will turn brown and scaly, and they have a potential to spread.
Although erythrasma looks unsightly, it is relatively easy to
treat and is not associated with more serious conditions. If
erythrasma is diagnosed, the patient will be directed to wash
the area thoroughly with antibacterial soap on a regular basis.
In addition, a topical antibiotic may be prescribed, depending
on how serious the condition is. Erythrasma tends to occur more
often in people who are overweight, especially diabetics, as
they have ample folds of skin which may not always be thoroughly
washed. It is also mor