Suresh Nair Suresh Nair Asked 6 months ago

Can you get eczema under your arms?

I've been noticing some persistent redness and itching in the folds of my skin under my arms. It's not going away with regular hygiene. Could this be eczema showing up under your arms?

6

6 answers

Nisha Krishnan Nisha Krishnan Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
Most liked

Yes, you can get eczema under your arms. Try to avoid shaving or using hard deodorants in that area until you consult a doctor.

Harish Verma Harish Verma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, underarm eczema can occur. As a diabetic, I have to be very careful with skin rashes in damp areas like the underarms, as high sugars can make them prone to infections. I highly suggest getting it checked by a dermatologist rather than self-treating.

Rohan Kapoor Rohan Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, you can. Honestly, trying to enjoy your favorite hot and spicy street food while your underarms are burning from eczema is the worst. Cut down on extra spicy food temporarily because it makes you sweat, which triggers the itch.

Powered by

Consult a dermatologist

Deepika Rao Deepika Rao Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Please see a doctor immediately. I had a similar rash under my arms and ignored it, thinking it was just heat sweat. It got a severe secondary fungal infection from constant friction and sweat, which required strong oral medications to heal.

Priyanka Sharma Priyanka Sharma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I completely understand how painful and embarrassing it feels to have an itchy, red rash under your arms. It used to make me so uncomfortable in my clothes and ruined my mood. Please hang in there, go see a dermatologist, and get the right soothing treatment.

Related reads

All articles
Suresh Nair Suresh Nair Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, underarm eczema is possible, but it is highly recommended to get it evaluated by a medical professional. An inverse psoriasis or fungal infection can look identical in skin folds, and using the wrong cream can worsen the condition.

Evidence-based health, reviewed by clinicians. Free, weekly.