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HELP! MY SKIN IS SO RED AND SORE

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I have developed a sore red rash in the skin folds in my groin. I have put talcum powder on the area to dry it out, but the soreness is worse. Every time I go to my GP, they nag me about being overweight. A

This may be a fungal infection. We all have fungi on our skin, which thrive in warm, damp areas. Perfumed products encourage fungal growth so the talcum powder may have exacerbated it. Your pharmacist can advise on antifungal creams. And please don’t avoid your GP – they have access to lots of support for those wanting to lose weight.