Intertrigo is a common presentation to urgent care.  Caused by rubbing skin in the presence of moisture, it can be concurrent and complicated with bacterial and fungal infections.  Targeted, accurate treatment is best, but it is not always obvious which cause is present.

Check out the DermNet NZ page

Check out the Stat Pearls page

Nobles T, Syed HA, Miller RA. Intertrigo. [Updated 2024 Oct 28]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-.

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