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embarrassing problem - rash...

kirby00 Posts: 238 Joined: 2002/11/05	2003/07/31, 02:36 PM Ok ladies (and the few men that come over this way...though after this post you may reconsider...) - Problem. Rash on my butt/top of back of the legs. Looks like heat rash? Little red bumps - almost like pimples, but not. Definitely flares up after spinning class or biking, so that's why I'm going with heat rash. Not just when biking though - pretty much any time I'm sweating. But unlike heat rash (I think), it doesn't go away when I'm cooled down. What I've tried - exfoliation washing my a$$ with my face wash baby powder (messy with bike shorts!) hydrocortizone cream rubbing alcohol I use fragrance-free/dye-free laundry detergent and don't use dryer sheets. Help! This is super embarrassing - I've been forced to wear shorts over my bikini. Any ideas?!? -Kirby
kirby00 Posts: 238 Joined: 2002/11/05	2003/07/31, 03:12 PM thanks rw :) friction is definitely a possible culprit. damn bike seat. guess i'll have to lube up before my next (bike) ride. horrible, horrible...
lucyladybug Posts: 160 Joined: 2003/01/27	2003/07/31, 04:08 PM I used to get the same thing when I was younger. Try using baby powder to help absorb all of the oil your skin gives out after sweating.
rev8ball Posts: 3,081 Joined: 2001/12/27	2003/07/31, 04:12 PM I've seen this on several occasions with women who wear shorts that are polyester or polyester blend when they active. The heat and sweat generated by your body creates almost a "cheese-grater" effect on the skin. With some of the above mentioned suggestions, try a plain cotton shorts. -------------- Michael "Trample the weak; hurdle the dead!"
liesbeneath Posts: 40 Joined: 2003/06/26	2003/07/31, 06:19 PM Don't over exfoliate...that could make things worse.
gwindalyn Posts: 434 Joined: 2003/01/15	2003/07/31, 10:05 PM Try the desitin (spelling?) that they use for baby diaper rash. It might help. -------------- ~Jennifer http://www.gwindalyn.com If you dont stand for something, you will fall for anything.
kirby00 Posts: 238 Joined: 2002/11/05	2003/07/31, 10:45 PM lots of luv for the ft peeps. oh my goodness. you guys are the best. thanks for all the ideas - i'll let you know what works! i'll stop at walgreens on the way home. still at work. yuk. and rev, is that an excuse to go shopping??? -kirby
azredhead57 Posts: 1,651 Joined: 2003/04/11	2003/07/31, 11:49 PM I agree with Michael. Synthetic fabrics and sweat don't mix. Cotton rules. Also, even though you said you use a dye free/fragrence free laundry detergent (not Tide I hope) you might try washing your workout things in an even milder soap for a while and see if that helps. -------------- ~Victoria~ ...There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.--Beverly Sills
JessicaR Posts: 467 Joined: 2002/08/12	2003/08/01, 11:51 AM I'm jumping in with AZ and Rev, I bet the fabric's the culprit. Also your skin may be getting more irritated by all the treatments. The alcohol, face wash (I'm assuming this is a medicated face wash) and scrubbing could all be making it worse and some types of dermatitis can actually get worse w/ hydrocortisone. Maybe just letting it breathe when you're at home would help, instead of trying a heavy cream.
kirby00 Posts: 238 Joined: 2002/11/05	2003/08/01, 12:31 PM Ok, so my workout shorts (that I love and have like 4 pairs of) are 50/50 cotton/polyester. :( I'll have to look for some 100% cotton shorts - or maybe that dri-fit material? I have some shirts made out of that for running and it seems to breathe really well & dry fast - any ideas? Victoria - you're right about not using Tide. That sutff is way too harsh. I'm using All Free & Clear. I don't think it's related to the detergent b/c I don't have any rashes around my sports bra - another sweaty/fabric covered area. I tried some of the Destin last night. Messy as all get out, but it did seem to decrease the redness and leave a film on my skin which could help if I'm sweating. Jessica has a point though about letting it be for a while... So my tasks for this weekend - find new shorts let skin breathe get Body Glide (lube a lot of runners use for long distances) for biking Thank you! -Kirby
howdiekat Posts: 1,345 Joined: 2003/05/22	2003/08/11, 05:03 PM ok, so this is like way late, but i've had a similar problem and mine has cleared up quite a bit. i started wearing boxers instead of regular underwear, and while i know that sounds odd, it lets your skin breathe all day instead of just when you're at home. also use baby powder on the affected area, it helps dry out the skin. it takes a while to make it go away completely, but it's worth it! -------------- success comes before work only in the dictionary. that\'s right.
Dayz Posts: 21 Joined: 2003/06/09	2003/08/11, 10:53 PM This is probably a stupid question to ask, but it worth it!! I ride mountain bike for more then 10 years now, and yes I still see people wearing underwear under their "bike shorts" I don't know the word in english :( If it 's the case... that is your problem, if not, you can go see the dermatologist !! But I know you already thought of that!! Dayz -------------- Dayz... If being in shape was easy, everybody would be!! Train hard, you\'ll see them !!
Lonegirl Posts: 446 Joined: 2002/11/13	2003/08/14, 05:54 AM Wash your workout clothes in very hot water. They may have some bacteria left from previous use. (this is quite common when you think your clothes smell nice and clean but may not be as clean as thought) Use unscented and undyed laundry detergent.
kirby00 Posts: 238 Joined: 2002/11/05	2003/08/14, 12:03 PM Thanks for the additional responses! I'll have to try some of the new ideas. Stupid sensitive skin :p Kirby