Rash under my boob

Missy9579 · 05-19-2007, 01:57 PM

so, maybe rash is the wrong word....

where my bra lies....where my boob meets my torso, and only under 1, is a red spot,,sort of rash /raw like,,,i tried powder, I tried baby diaper cream , which worked ok, but I was wondering if anyone had any solutions.

It isnt painful, but i dont want it to be, and I dont want it to get out of control!!!

Mechelle · 05-19-2007, 02:10 PM

Most likely its chafing, but could be fungal if your in an area that is humid or hot already. I get really bad fungal infection and skin break down under my panni. I use an ant-fungal cream when its red and (I know it sounds gross) smelly. Then between the flair up I use powder. Either way keep the area dry maybe try a sports bra or no wire bra for a few days, fold up a piece of tissue and put it between the raw area and your bra to reduce friction and to absorb moisture. If it persists then I would see about getting something prescribed.

Green Eyed Fairy · 05-19-2007, 02:13 PM

I get that too- but often times bigger and it's worse in the summer when I sweat more.
Solution? Sometimes those creams leftover from yeast infections helps (perhaps it is yeast? I'm not sure- it's hit and miss- sometimes those creams can irritate it and I wash them off) or simply covering it in vaseline keeps the moistness away and it clears up quickly.(Vaseline is easiest and usually works)
Also using the powder with cornstarch in it does help keep the occurrences down.

Green Eyed Fairy · 05-19-2007, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mechelle

Most likely its chafing, but could be fungal if your in an area that is humid or hot already. I get really bad fungal infection and skin break down under my panni. I use an ant-fungal cream when its red and (I know it sounds gross) smelly. Then between the flair up I use powder. Either way keep the area dry maybe try a sports bra or no wire bra for a few days, fold up a piece of tissue and put it between the raw area and your bra to reduce friction and to absorb moisture. If it persists then I would see about getting something prescribed.

Yes, anti-fungal creams in general can help it too sometimes- I get the same problems under my belly hang too at times

SamanthaNY · 05-19-2007, 02:16 PM

Do you wear the same type of bra every day? I find that some bra bands have a rougher touch to them, and irritate the skin. I tend to switch up bra styles to keep this from becoming a problem.

For any skin rashes that do still crop up, I find gold bond powder to be perfectly wonderful.

Also - in warm weather, and if you have particularly large breasts, I've heard of applying anti-perspirant under the breasts to keep the skin dry.

ripley · 05-19-2007, 02:41 PM

I do the antiperspirant thing under my belly...it both lubes you up (ha) to reduce chafing and also prevents rashes from moisture. It was recommended to me by my doctor; I used to use powder.

Oh, one more thing...corn starch-based powders are a no-no. Corn is food for yeasties and encourages their growth.

Violet_Beauregard · 05-19-2007, 02:52 PM

I get that periodically.... it's like a raw spot where the underwire rubs.

For me it only happens with one type of bra that I wear. I switch to a different one and put the tissue under the edge until it's healed. It's more annoying than anything because it hurts like the dickens...AND it's usually only on one side... go figure.

Damon · 05-19-2007, 03:35 PM

http://www.underarmour.com/ProductDe...&pf_id=1001144

I don't know if any of you have ever heard of underarmour. They make clothes that pull moisture away from your body and it helps keep you cooler in the summer. I have no idea if this type of bra will fit you but I thought I'd put the idea out there for y'all.

BeaBea · 05-19-2007, 05:53 PM

I have had problems with this in the past but I think (hope!) I've pretty much conquered it these last few years.

Firstly, I dont wash my Bra's in biological powder - the enzymes that eat the dirt can also end up eating into your skin if not completely rinsed out...

Secondly, I'm a Johnsons Baby, I always use baby powder -everywhere-

Third, have a well fitting Bra (but I would say that, lol)

Not sure if that helps at all...

Also, I haven't tried these but my customers recommend them - PamBra Bra liners - they might be worth a try.

Tracey xx

Missy9579 · 05-19-2007, 06:48 PM

Thank you for all of the advice,,,Im going to put diaper ointment on it for 2 days and see if it goes away again...

I bought some Gold Bond medicated powder today to try as well...if these dont help Ill do either a yeast cream , or try antibacterial.

Donna · 05-19-2007, 07:21 PM

As much as I love my Rainbath, in the hottest, most humid time of the year, I switch to an antibacterial shower soap like Dial liquid. I tend to wear cotton underthings almost exclusively to avoid trapping moisture. And like Rip, I use the clear anti-perspirent gel under my belly and my boobs. I apply a light moisture cream and them the clear gel.....dry with a blow dryer on the "cool" setting.

Missy9579 · 05-19-2007, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnaalicious

As much as I love my Rainbath, in the hottest, most humid time of the year, I switch to an antibacterial shower soap like Dial liquid. I tend to wear cotton underthings almost exclusively to avoid trapping moisture. And like Rip, I use the clear anti-perspirent gel under my belly and my boobs. I apply a light moisture cream and them the clear gel.....dry with a blow dryer on the "cool" setting.

HAHA I thought i was the only one who blow dried my parts..I dry under my breasts, one back roll, and I dry under my belly...I spend more time drying my body, than my hair!! I have been using dial body wash that is anti bacterial some grapefruit one I think....After I get this cleared up I will apply clear gel to under my breasts

This is the first time I have had something that I cant getto go away,,usually as soon as I see a slight red mark, which is usually on a side/back roll once in a while I make sure I dry it good, put a lil diaper rash cream on it and its gone,,,This one comes and goes...red one day, looks ok the next, theb ack to red. It doesnt really hurt, and its small..so I am lucky, but I know it could get out of control , and I dont want it to!

Thanks for the advice!

BeautifulPoeticDisaster · 05-20-2007, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigCutieViolet

HAHA I thought i was the only one who blow dried my parts..I dry under my breasts, one back roll, and I dry under my belly...I spend more time drying my body, than my hair!! I have been using dial body wash that is anti bacterial some grapefruit one I think....After I get this cleared up I will apply clear gel to under my breasts

This is the first time I have had something that I cant getto go away,,usually as soon as I see a slight red mark, which is usually on a side/back roll once in a while I make sure I dry it good, put a lil diaper rash cream on it and its gone,,,This one comes and goes...red one day, looks ok the next, theb ack to red. It doesnt really hurt, and its small..so I am lucky, but I know it could get out of control , and I dont want it to!

Thanks for the advice!

I used to air out in front of a fan...laying on my bed holding up bits and pieces...can be refreshing in the hot hot summers. For some reason, I stopped doing this?

Under my fat bits, I alternate between J+J Cornstarch baby powder and Equate Cream. The cream feels a bit slimey when going on, but it dries up after about an hour and it feels so much better than clumpy baby powder.

I have psoriasis inbetween my side rolls, which is not fun and wish it would go away! I haven't gotten a massive rash under my belly in years. I shower in the mornings so I don't have time to get hot and sweat with yesterdays yuckies still on me

SamanthaNY · 05-20-2007, 10:41 AM

Just an FYI - be careful with powders containing talc. There is some thought that talc, when used near female genital areas, can increase the risks of ovarian cancer. There's also some debate as to whether it contribues to lung cancer as well - but that's a bit more controversial.

rubenesque · 05-20-2007, 11:16 AM

baby powder works wonders.

Donna · 05-20-2007, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rubenesque

baby powder works wonders.

Actually, perhaps not...you might want to read this article.

rubenesque · 05-20-2007, 11:36 AM

yeah, well...works for me. interesting link though.

liz (di-va) · 05-20-2007, 11:49 AM

There is another really good thread about this general topic here:
http://www.dimensionsmagazine.com/fo...ead.php?t=7437

I actually had been looking in it for a post I half-remembered recently that I wanted to ask Felecia about (using microdermabrasion on some of these areas when they're all healed and happy).

ChubbyBlackSista · 05-20-2007, 04:31 PM

Well when I wear my bra and I sweat I do sometimes begin to itch and it gets red but I've never had a rash before

SocialbFly · 05-21-2007, 01:49 PM

like Ripley said, try not to use cornstarch items in folds, cornstarch (which i actually used to love and use all the time) can increase yeasty beasties and cause an increase in the rash...

most rashes in dark wet areas tend to be yeast, so, the choice would be some type of antifungal cream...there are two kinds miconazole and clortrimazole (hopefully i am spelling these correctly, so much for this nurse's spelling) one may work better than the other....i know someone said vaseline worked for them, but i would not advise it, unless it is simply an irritation rash, in which case, vaseline is fine...there is also a monistat powder, but you have to have a script for it...from your doc or nurse practitioner...

i work longgg shifts, sometimes as long as 20 hours (although, thankfully not too often) when i want to make sure my private parts don't smell, i use deodorant in my undies...what a godsend that has been...i don't use gel, i use the powder type, that works the best...

be careful using antiperspirants under skin folds, they can be irritating...and can actually cause problems in the long run related to how they work...what works for me (ok this might be TMI) is i wear a long nightgown at night, and tuck it into every skin fold i have...most irritation is from skin on skin, and separating the folds helps immensely....

i love love love this forum, thanks again Conrad, and to those that moderate it...i can't say love it enough.

Green Eyed Fairy · 05-21-2007, 02:46 PM

^^^lol, I "tuck" mine under my breasts and belly too sometimes
It does help in the long run

BeaBea · 05-21-2007, 04:27 PM

I 'tuck' too - but only in hot weather. I have a supply of of ankle length night dresses in super soft jersey and if its at all sticky weather I sleep much better all swaddled up in one

Tracey xx

Waxwing · 05-21-2007, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rubenesque

baby powder works wonders.

Babies are also quite absorbent, and work well when placed directly under the bust.

chocolate desire · 05-21-2007, 09:04 PM

I tend to use corn starch under my breast but for my saddle bags on my thighs and behind my knees i used a doctor prescribed anti fungal cream which helps alot.

DeniseW · 05-22-2007, 11:15 AM

I just wash it a lot and use the medicated powder when it happens to me mostly in the summer, clears it right up.

05-19-2007, 01:57 PM	#1
Missy9579 Formerly BigCutieViolet! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I live in the New England area of the US Posts: 976	Rash under my boob so, maybe rash is the wrong word.... where my bra lies....where my boob meets my torso, and only under 1, is a red spot,,sort of rash /raw like,,,i tried powder, I tried baby diaper cream , which worked ok, but I was wondering if anyone had any solutions. It isnt painful, but i dont want it to be, and I dont want it to get out of control!!! __________________ Official job....growing babies! Twins are coming!

05-19-2007, 02:13 PM	#3
Green Eyed Fairy is giggling. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: In Your Head Posts: 19,275	I get that too- but often times bigger and it's worse in the summer when I sweat more. Solution? Sometimes those creams leftover from yeast infections helps (perhaps it is yeast? I'm not sure- it's hit and miss- sometimes those creams can irritate it and I wash them off) or simply covering it in vaseline keeps the moistness away and it clears up quickly.(Vaseline is easiest and usually works) Also using the powder with cornstarch in it does help keep the occurrences down. __________________ "The longing of my heart is a fairy portrait of myself: I want to be pretty; I want to eliminate facts and fill up the gap with charms." "See these eyes so green, I can stare for a thousand years, Colder than the moon It's been so long and I've been putting out fire with gasoline"

05-19-2007, 02:41 PM	#6
ripley Master Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,136	I do the antiperspirant thing under my belly...it both lubes you up (ha) to reduce chafing and also prevents rashes from moisture. It was recommended to me by my doctor; I used to use powder. Oh, one more thing...corn starch-based powders are a no-no. Corn is food for yeasties and encourages their growth. __________________ .

05-19-2007, 03:35 PM	#8
Damon Banned Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Ft. Campbell Ky. Posts: 219	I wish I had thought of this sooner http://www.underarmour.com/ProductDe...&pf_id=1001144 I don't know if any of you have ever heard of underarmour. They make clothes that pull moisture away from your body and it helps keep you cooler in the summer. I have no idea if this type of bra will fit you but I thought I'd put the idea out there for y'all.

05-19-2007, 05:53 PM	#9
BeaBea Man up or move on! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 3,352	I have had problems with this in the past but I think (hope!) I've pretty much conquered it these last few years. Firstly, I dont wash my Bra's in biological powder - the enzymes that eat the dirt can also end up eating into your skin if not completely rinsed out... Secondly, I'm a Johnsons Baby, I always use baby powder -everywhere- Third, have a well fitting Bra (but I would say that, lol) Not sure if that helps at all... Also, I haven't tried these but my customers recommend them - PamBra Bra liners - they might be worth a try. Tracey xx __________________ BeaBea Exclusive designs, made to measure in absolutely any size. Also beautiful luxurious lingerie in sizes to 52J and 56D. http://www.beabea.co.uk

05-19-2007, 02:10 PM	#2
Mechelle Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hooahville Posts: 76	Most likely its chafing, but could be fungal if your in an area that is humid or hot already. I get really bad fungal infection and skin break down under my panni. I use an ant-fungal cream when its red and (I know it sounds gross) smelly. Then between the flair up I use powder. Either way keep the area dry maybe try a sports bra or no wire bra for a few days, fold up a piece of tissue and put it between the raw area and your bra to reduce friction and to absorb moisture. If it persists then I would see about getting something prescribed.

05-19-2007, 02:16 PM	#5
SamanthaNY ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4,739	Do you wear the same type of bra every day? I find that some bra bands have a rougher touch to them, and irritate the skin. I tend to switch up bra styles to keep this from becoming a problem. For any skin rashes that do still crop up, I find gold bond powder to be perfectly wonderful. Also - in warm weather, and if you have particularly large breasts, I've heard of applying anti-perspirant under the breasts to keep the skin dry.

05-19-2007, 02:52 PM	#7
Violet_Beauregard Master Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,007	I get that periodically.... it's like a raw spot where the underwire rubs. For me it only happens with one type of bra that I wear. I switch to a different one and put the tissue under the edge until it's healed. It's more annoying than anything because it hurts like the dickens...AND it's usually only on one side... go figure.

05-19-2007, 06:48 PM	#10
Missy9579 Formerly BigCutieViolet! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I live in the New England area of the US Posts: 976	Thank you for all of the advice,,,Im going to put diaper ointment on it for 2 days and see if it goes away again... I bought some Gold Bond medicated powder today to try as well...if these dont help Ill do either a yeast cream , or try antibacterial. __________________ Official job....growing babies! Twins are coming!

05-19-2007, 07:21 PM	#11
Donna You can't be serious... Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: in the now Posts: 2,476	As much as I love my Rainbath, in the hottest, most humid time of the year, I switch to an antibacterial shower soap like Dial liquid. I tend to wear cotton underthings almost exclusively to avoid trapping moisture. And like Rip, I use the clear anti-perspirent gel under my belly and my boobs. I apply a light moisture cream and them the clear gel.....dry with a blow dryer on the "cool" setting. __________________

05-20-2007, 10:41 AM	#14
SamanthaNY ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4,739	Just an FYI - be careful with powders containing talc. There is some thought that talc, when used near female genital areas, can increase the risks of ovarian cancer. There's also some debate as to whether it contribues to lung cancer as well - but that's a bit more controversial.

05-20-2007, 11:16 AM	#15
rubenesque Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 12	baby powder works wonders.

05-20-2007, 11:36 AM	#17
rubenesque Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 12	yeah, well...works for me. interesting link though.

05-20-2007, 11:49 AM	#18
liz (di-va) nail-throwin mayhem Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 6,517	There is another really good thread about this general topic here: http://www.dimensionsmagazine.com/fo...ead.php?t=7437 I actually had been looking in it for a post I half-remembered recently that I wanted to ask Felecia about (using microdermabrasion on some of these areas when they're all healed and happy).

05-20-2007, 04:31 PM	#19
ChubbyBlackSista Master Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 463	Well when I wear my bra and I sweat I do sometimes begin to itch and it gets red but I've never had a rash before

05-21-2007, 01:49 PM	#20
SocialbFly I am keeping Tina! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: In a house Posts: 4,548	personal care stuff like Ripley said, try not to use cornstarch items in folds, cornstarch (which i actually used to love and use all the time) can increase yeasty beasties and cause an increase in the rash... most rashes in dark wet areas tend to be yeast, so, the choice would be some type of antifungal cream...there are two kinds miconazole and clortrimazole (hopefully i am spelling these correctly, so much for this nurse's spelling) one may work better than the other....i know someone said vaseline worked for them, but i would not advise it, unless it is simply an irritation rash, in which case, vaseline is fine...there is also a monistat powder, but you have to have a script for it...from your doc or nurse practitioner... i work longgg shifts, sometimes as long as 20 hours (although, thankfully not too often) when i want to make sure my private parts don't smell, i use deodorant in my undies...what a godsend that has been...i don't use gel, i use the powder type, that works the best... be careful using antiperspirants under skin folds, they can be irritating...and can actually cause problems in the long run related to how they work...what works for me (ok this might be TMI) is i wear a long nightgown at night, and tuck it into every skin fold i have...most irritation is from skin on skin, and separating the folds helps immensely.... i love love love this forum, thanks again Conrad, and to those that moderate it...i can't say love it enough. __________________ LEARN to ACCEPT without GUILT what is given in LOVE to you. RV Medical advisor to the Mayor of Fatopia

05-21-2007, 02:46 PM	#21
Green Eyed Fairy is giggling. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: In Your Head Posts: 19,275	^^^lol, I "tuck" mine under my breasts and belly too sometimes It does help in the long run __________________ "The longing of my heart is a fairy portrait of myself: I want to be pretty; I want to eliminate facts and fill up the gap with charms." "See these eyes so green, I can stare for a thousand years, Colder than the moon It's been so long and I've been putting out fire with gasoline"

05-21-2007, 04:27 PM	#22
BeaBea Man up or move on! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 3,352	I 'tuck' too - but only in hot weather. I have a supply of of ankle length night dresses in super soft jersey and if its at all sticky weather I sleep much better all swaddled up in one Tracey xx __________________ BeaBea Exclusive designs, made to measure in absolutely any size. Also beautiful luxurious lingerie in sizes to 52J and 56D. http://www.beabea.co.uk

05-21-2007, 09:04 PM	#24
chocolate desire Master Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Ca Posts: 1,929	I tend to use corn starch under my breast but for my saddle bags on my thighs and behind my knees i used a doctor prescribed anti fungal cream which helps alot. __________________ At last I am happy

05-22-2007, 11:15 AM	#25
DeniseW Fat don't crack!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CT Posts: 1,600	I just wash it a lot and use the medicated powder when it happens to me mostly in the summer, clears it right up.

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