Most cases of a skin rash on the throat or neck are acute (short term). It may be due to an irritation from the fabric of your clothing (contact dermatitis) or a skin condition like hives (urticaria) and in some severe cases of acne, there may be some pimples on the neck which are itchy.
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Treatment of Skin Candidiasis
Topical antifungals, specifically those that are effective against yeasts, are usually sufficient to resolve the infection. In severe cases, oral antifungal drugs may be necessary but this will depend on your individual case. A skin yeast infection is persistent since many of these yeasts naturally occur on the skin. If the skin rash is severe, a corticosteroid cream may be necessary to first settle the rash and itching before starting the antifungal cream.
Prevention of a Skin Candidiasis
Good hygiene, attending to cuts and other skin rashes at an early stage and avoiding any clothing, underwear or accessories that may cause chaffing should be the main approach to preventing a skin yeast infection. Other preventative measures should include keeping the affected area dry by proper ventilation and using antifungal drying powders.
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Signs and Symptoms of Skin Candidiasis
The presentation of a skin yeast infection may vary. In tinea versicolor, it often appears like white patches on the cheeks. In Candida albicans infection, it may appear as a red skin rash that is slightly raised and becomes dark (hyperpigmented) over time.
Other signs and symptoms of a skin yeast infection includes :
- Itchy skin rash.
- Rough, peeling skin which may also crack or ulcerate.
- Oozing or discharge from the affected site.
- Deformity of the nail in candidal paronychia.
Candida skin infections are commonly seen in cases of nappy rash where Candida albicans infect a preexisting skin rash like seborrheic dermatitis. It is also a common infection that complicates other skin conditions like exfoliative dermatitis.
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