Chafing in simple terms can be explained as rubbing of skin causing painful burning sensation. It is quite common for many people who are overweight to experience itchy painful feeling due to skin rubbing with skin or clothing in many parts of the body. This phenomenon is prominent in regions between the thighs, underarms, below the breasts and groin. In the areas where there is skin folds and moisture skin rubbing can take place causing chafing. There is every chance for the bacteria to grow on it leading to an infection.
Skin Chafing Symptoms :
Chafing or skin rubbing can cause the following symptoms :-
- Irritation of skin
- Pain on the affected area
- Burning sensation
- Scarring of skin
- Very itchy feeling
- In severe cases blisters and red bumps can appear on the affected skin.
Skin Chafing Causes :