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My husband has dark patches on his both under arms, are these normal, he is 6.1 ht and 99 kg weight. What could be the reason.
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It's Fungus  infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation
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It’s called erythrasma he needs antibiotics and cream to apply for few days …it’s due to a bacteria ..it’s treatable
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u need not worry …jus visit some skin doctor nearby
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