Warning: Disgusting rash under stomach fat roll - yuck!

[DCHound]

Oh how I remember these, so painful they would make me cry. Since I went on an almost-no-carb diet in 2008 I haven't had a single one...joyousness! Even if I hadn't lost a single pound, not having the painful yeast rashes would make the low carb worthwhile!

(Not that there's proof of causation for anyone else, but there's definite correlation for me.)

[shcirerf]

My hairdryer is my friend! I use it on all those dark, hard to dry places! I lift up the girls, and any other dark, damp, mushroom habitats,and dry them every morning when I get out of the shower.

There are also a lot of great antifungal creams, I prefer a salve called Oto Soothe, that I get from my veterinarian.

I don't recommend powder. Powders have itty bitty mini sharp jagged edges that can irritate these kind of rashes.

Don't be embarrassed to ask your doc about it, better to be itch free than red faced!

[zosomon]

Three words.....GOLD BOND POWDER...To prevent the rash or yeast infection apply it under your belly roll and or breasts after drying off from bathing. If you already have rash or infection DO NOT use the Gold Bond yet. Instaed, apply some anti-fungal cream such as Lotramin or store brand equivalent, then apply some Beaudreaux's Butt Paste cream (found with baby supplies). After a couple of days the rash or infection will clear up. Then start using the Gold Bond daily and you should not have any more problems. WORKS LIKE A CHARM! Very important to shower every day using an anti bacterial soap applied with a wash cloth and not just your hands. It does make a huge difference. Even though I am a man, I have also found Summer's Eve feminine wash gel extremely effective to control odors under the belly roll and breasts. I'm no expert just sharing my tried and true routine.

[shepherdgirl]

I know, disgusting right? :P I'm not looking forward to summer when I know this will happen.

Best thing to use? Gold Bond Medicated Body Powder. Whenever I get a rash, I use it daily and it always clears up. It's also great for preventing the rash. The powder dries the area out and the menthol makes the skin nice and cool. It's great relief when you put it on. I don't ever cover it with a bandage or anything--I think the more air it is exposed to, the better

Best of luck on your weight loss! We are about the same height and have about the same starting weight.

[ValRock]

What others said, Yeast, for sure!

Coconut oil! Slather it on. It'll kill it in no time, guaranteed!

And also. NO refined sugar. Yeasties LOVE it. Get some probiotics in your diet too, plain greek yogurt instead of sour cream is awesome.

[BeachKitty]

I haven't had one in a while cause I've managed to prevent them. I dry off really well after a shower and use powder. Can't wait for the day that is no longer necessary! Also shower as soon as possible after a good workout.

[zenor77]

ValRock is correct. Coconut oil is magic! Make sure it's virgin coconut oil and slather it on. I use it on myself and my son (for diaper rash.) It's awesome!

Try not to be too embarrassed. I get these types of rashes regardless of my weight. I guess I'm just prone to them.

I have the most issues when I'm consuming too much sugary stuff or refined carbs. So, if I lay off the sugar and white carbs I don't have as much of a problem.