Red or brown, slightly elevated lesions with clear borders are typical of intertrigo. Intertrigo (irritation of body fold areas) may be displayed as irregular red patches and bumps.
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Signs and Symptoms
Intertrigo is most commonly seen in skin fold areas. In people who are obese, the skin my become inflamed in neck creases, on the skin behind the knee or in front of the elbows, in the thigh and groin folds, or, less commonly, under the breast or belly folds. Redness and breaks in the skin (erosions) of opposing skin surfaces may be noted. The area may ooze or be sore or itchy.
Last Modified: 29 Feb 2008

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