Intertrigo: Acute intertrigo

Acute intertrigo : If your intertrigo just recently appeared, it’s called acute intertrigo . Recurrent intertrigo : If you’ve had multiple cases of intertrigo over time, it’s called recurrent (relapsing) intertrigo . What is intertrigo Intertrigo describes an inflammatory skin rash in the body folds, such as behind the ears, in the folds of the neck, under the arms (armpits), under a protruding abdomen, under the breasts, in the groin, between the buttocks, in the finger webs or toe spaces. Intertrigo is caused by irritation of touching skin surfaces (skin-on-skin friction) in body fold regions (armpits, under the breasts, belly, buttocks, groin, and sometimes between fingers or toes). Intertrigo ’s ... Intertrigo is a red, raw-looking rash that develops in the folds of the skin. In this article, learn about its causes, appearance, and treatment options. Intertrigo is a type of inflammatory rash in skin folds caused by moisture, friction, and infection. Learn about the common areas, symptoms, and management options for intertrigo , as well as its relation to vitamin B6 deficiency.