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Itchy, Oozing Rash

Key Takeaways

  • The patient's obesity and diabetes increase the risk of intertriginous dermatitis due to skin folds and moisture retention.
  • The presence of clear oozing and foul odor suggests a possible secondary bacterial or fungal infection.
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A 64-year-old obese man with type 2 diabetes presents with abrupt onset of extremely itchy rash on both upper, inner thighs. He notes mild to moderate clear oozing and a foul odor. What is this?

A 64-year-old obese man with type 2 diabetes presents with abrupt onset of extremely itchy rash on both upper, inner thighs. He notes mild to moderate clear oozing and a foul odor.

What is this?

A. Inverse psoriasis
B. Intertriginous seborrheic dermatitis
C. Tinea cruris
D. “Nonspecific” intertrigo
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