Intertrigo is a chronic inflammatory condition of the skin folds such as armpits, under-breast, abdomen (obese people), groin and genital area. The inflammation is caused by skin-on-skin friction and is aggravated by heat and humidity. This article provides an outline of clinical manifestation, diagnosis and management of Intertrigo.
Common patient complaints: Itching and burning sensation Pain in the affected area Clinical manifestation to identify Intertrigo: Similar appearance of erythema with red papules in both side of the skin folds Erythema becomes worse overtime with necrosis, oozing, fissures, exudation, maceration and crusting More prominent inflammations are actually aggravated by secondary bacterial or candida infection Diagnosis: Intertrigo is generally diagnosed from characteristic intertriginous lesions (macules, papules, plaque, erosion, nodules, pustules). Skin biopsy…
