Meena Kumari Meena Kumari Asked 6 months ago

Can you get eczema under your armpits?

My armpits have become very itchy and inflamed recently, especially with the hot weather and sweating. It's quite uncomfortable and looks a bit red. Can you get eczema right under your armpits?

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Manpreet Singh Manpreet Singh Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, you can get it there, but please be very cautious. I ignored a red rash under my armpit, thinking it was just sweat irritation, and it turned into a severe fungal and bacterial infection because of the friction. Go to a doctor immediately to get the right ointment.

Arjun Mehta Arjun Mehta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, axillary eczema is quite common due to sweat accumulation, friction, and sensitivity to deodorants. Since the underarm skin is very delicate, applying over-the-counter creams can cause skin thinning. Consulting a qualified dermatologist is definitely the best approach.

Sunita Deshmukh Sunita Deshmukh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yes, you can get eczema under your armpits. As someone managing diabetes, I have to be extra careful with skin folds because sweat can breed infections quickly. Please keep the area dry, avoid harsh perfumed soaps, and let a doctor check it.

Kunal Sen Kunal Sen Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, underarm eczema is definitely possible. I track my workouts on my fitness app and noticed flare-ups happened after intense cardio sessions when my synthetic gym shirts rubbed against my skin. Switching to loose cotton tees and applying a gentle barrier cream helped a lot.

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Varun Malhotra Varun Malhotra Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, having an itchy armpit is so annoying because you can't even scratch it in public without looking weird! 😂 Yes, it happens, and it's super irritating. Do yourself a favor, skip the self-care hacks, and see a dermatologist.

Riya Sen Riya Sen Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I was actually researching this recently because my sister developed a painful red patch under her arm. Apparently, chemicals in shaving creams and sprays are very common triggers for underarm eczema. It's best to consult a skin specialist for a proper diagnosis.

Sneha Bisht Sneha Bisht Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Oh, I had this and I was so anxious thinking it was some lymph node issue or something serious. It was just eczema caused by a new detergent. Please don't overthink and panic, just get a quick checkup with a doctor to ease your mind.

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Sanjay Gupta Sanjay Gupta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I have dealt with underarm eczema for years. My tip is to completely avoid using standard roll-on deodorants, which contain alcohol and aluminum. Use a dermatologist-recommended soothing lotion and always keep the area dry but hydrated.

Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, you can get it under your armpits. If your doctor allows you to continue your daily walks or light workouts, make sure you wear very loose, breathable cotton clothes. Wash the sweat off immediately after your activity to prevent flare-ups.

Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it is quite common to get eczema under your armpits. Try wearing loose cotton tops and avoid using any deodorants or sprays directly on the skin until it heals.

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