have a friend that is a little overweight to where her stomach from possibe having children helps it to sag down and the skin loos real red across and also hurts
I came across this site merely by accident and I immediately became interested after reading your question.
Abdominal and breast fold fungus was a constant burden with me for years. I tried every medication, powder, suggestion, and trick in the book to get rid of it. Multiple daily cleansings, drying with a hair dryer, baby powder, talc, fungal powders, anti-fungal creams, antiperspirants, prescription medications, and placing terry cloth under the folds to absorb moisture to name just a few. I was at wits end and no resolve in sight!
One day I was doing some gardening and discovered some of my plants were developing some fungus. I didn't want to apply a chemical fungicide to my tomatoes, so I called my County Extension for a sure-fire natural/organic remedy. I followed the Master Gardener's recommendations and it worked wonderfully!
It got me to thinking, If this kills fungus on my plants, would it work on 'my' fungus? I tried it and got results within a few hours. The next morning I woke up with NO signs of abdominal fold fungus! I have been using this method for about 3 years now and I have only had a very few outbreaks that occurred during hot weather when I was perspiring extensively. As soon as the symptoms appeared, I used my concoction and got immediate relief.
So, you are curiously wondering what I use, right?
After each shower I dry well, saturate a half sheet of (cheap) paper towel (folded into a small square) with white vinegar. Then I wipe under each breast (flipping the pad of towel so as not to cross contaminate). The I get a fresh towel pad and wipe under one side of my abdomen; I repeat under the other side with a new towel pad.
If you are thinking, Man, she must smell like aging sour kraut!, you're wrong. Initially, yes, there is a slight vinegar smell. But by the time I finish my morning bathroom ritual the vinegar odor has mostly dissipated and just before donning my clothes, I apply a mist of body spray.
Being a bit apprehensive, I've gone as far as to ask a few close friends if they can detect the vinegar and each one of them said there is absolutely no residual vinegar smell. Essentially, the vinegar itself is 'hidden' under the fold and therefore doesn't emit an odor.
Vinegar is acidic in nature and can be effectively used to cure the fungal infection. Fortunately, most vinegars are culinary in nature and can be used safely against the fungal infection. It's natural and there are no side effects. There might be a slight amount of stinging if there is a break in the skin because of excoriation but, that can be relieved by blowing the area lightly with your hair dryer set on a low, cool setting if needed. You don't want to dry up the vinegar, just ease the sting.
I've had to, on occasion when the humidity was high, do a 'touch-up' wipe to prevent a potential fungal outbreak but, it's quick, easy, and well worth it!
You can always carry some pads with you simply by preparing a few saturated towels and placing them in a zip-loc baggie and placing them in your purse, pocket, or overnight bag.
I swear by this remedy and I ask that you at least try it. I believe you will be highly impressed with the results!
Fyllis
I have had this issue as well. I would suggest using Antiperspirant. Keeps it dry and prevents it from getting worse. This has always worked for me. I use Secret. Even the worst ones clear up for me within a day or two tops.
Hey guys. I've read a lot about this trying to get my situation cleared up. I have also learned that cornstarch is not a good idea if it's a yeast infection because the yeast feeds on the corn starch and thrives on it so just an FYI there.
Using cornstarch for powder when yeast is present will only exacerbate the problem. Cornstarch breaks down to sugar, and sugar can make yeast worse. I suggest using 100% cotton gauze, Nystatin for yeast, and a cool blow dryer after showering.
I was told by a nurse practioner to use deodorant to keep these areas dry, it does work, when you are broken out it hurts to use it, but it does resolve the issue.
Big guest over a year ago. Congrats on weight loss.
I to have this problem after I've lost some weight and still losing weight. My tummy fold is always red hot and wet I have to wash this area 2-4 times a day!! I have used powders baking soda creams cold cloths. I keep fan on me at all times, even when I don't move I get this painful annoying heat rash!! I watch what I drink and eat.
Corn Starch works for me trust me i am over weight and i use all the time.
I have the same problem under my right breast and under my stomach. Please if anyone can tell me what to get to stop the itching I will appreciate it.
I have this same problem after giving birth to twins many years back. I have never lost the weight so I have that lovely "tummy fold". Since I have become diabetic in the last two years the number of rashes has increased. My very effective solution is to keep the skin dry as best I can. Wash and dry with hair dryer on low heat and when skin is completely dry, apply Zeasorb. My dermatologist recommended it and it works wonders under breasts too. You can get this in the drug store without a prescription!
Stick a paper towel under the fold of your gut. It absorbs the moisture.
Try sticking a paper towel under your stomach fold.
Paper towels work. You can also use puppy pee pads and cut them into whatever size you want and tuck into place. Anything that absorbs moisture.
Paper towels work too.