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I am 32. Which treatment will help my red, itchy armpits?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 32-year-old female. I am using Zinc oxide and Menthol ointment. Redness in my armpit, very itchy, feels like burning

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia is a dedicated General Practitioner and Family Physician with expertise in managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. He has a strong interest in mental health and has pursued advanced training in the field. Dr. Obia is known for his patient-centered approach, clinical efficiency, and commitment to holistic care for individuals and families.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

I am very sorry about your medical condition, and I am glad that you are paying attention to changes in your body system. But do not worry, I am here to take care of you.

Regarding your symptoms, I understand how frustrating it must be for you that your skin lesion has not cleared completely following treatment. Let us take a look at this professionally. Based on the history sent, I believe you have developed contact dermatitis based on the picture sent. This is an inflammation of the skin caused by chemical irritants, cosmetic changes, poison flowers, or environmental factors.

I can see you are using some medications for the skin condition, which is not responding to treatment. Although when you use them, they will reduce symptoms like itching, the disease remains. So I suggest you use the following after doing the following test: do a skin scraping test and reply.

Use topical Tacrolimus 0.2 percent cream or Topical Clobetasol 0.05 percent ointment once daily (qd) or topical Hydrocortisone 0.2 percent cream twice daily (bid) for one month. Reply if you have more concerns or questions by scheduling a direct appointment or follow-up via chat, phone, or video consultation.

I hope you are satisfied with my answer.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 23, 2025
Reviewed At April 1, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia is a dedicated General Practitioner and Family Physician with expertise in managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. He has a strong interest in mental health and has pursued advanced training in the field. Dr. Obia is known for his patient-centered approach, clinical efficiency, and commitment to holistic care for individuals and families.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia is a dedicated General Practitioner and Family Physician with expertise in managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. He has a strong interest in mental health and has pursued advanced training in the field. Dr. Obia is known for his patient-centered approach, clinical efficiency, and commitment to holistic care for individuals and families.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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