Chub-rub? Anyone? (Maybe TMI?)

Duckieer

So... for about the last week or so I've started getting some chub-rub right at the top of my thighs, but not actually in my who-ha. (Maybe TMI, sorry). It's just some red chaffing. I'm pretty sure that it's not a yeast infection because it doesn't itch at all (in fact it makes me want to cry to touch it) and it'll go away after about a day of being off work and taking it easy.  It gets so sore especially after I've been walking around work for 14 hours... Any other bumpies having this problem or know of any relief? I'm kinda desperate... It hurts like none other!

 

(I'm getting ready to leave so this is a post and run, but I'll check it tonight when I get back. Thanks in advance ladies!)

poppy33

I haven't experience this, but just wanted to say I totally thought you were talking about something with your DH!

DueinAug11

I got a rash in thighs and the doctor told me to take Benedryl. It would itch like mad.

buckyfan30

Sometimes when its very warm, I get a little redness under my boobs.. DD's.  So i think I know what you're talking about... I use a little baby powder if I know im going to be really hot..and it helps, and relieves the redness.  You could try that..

clg283

Desitin, butt butter or any kind of diaper rash cream!  My DH gets this sometimes after a long hot day on the docks at Fed Ex and swears by the desitin.GL

whitney1170

poppy33:

I haven't experience this, but just wanted to say I totally thought you were talking about something with your DH!

Yeah my mind was in the gutter until I read the post! lol

alliapistor

clg283:

Desitin, butt butter or any kind of diaper rash cream!  My DH gets this sometimes after a long hot day on the docks at Fed Ex and swears by the desitin.GL

This.  In the booty area, DH calls it Swamp A$$ which can lead to a similar type of rash.  Use diaper cream.  Once it gets better, you can also try powder.  Make sure you're wearing all cotton underwear - not just the cotton crotch liner.

JamieJeanS

I must also have a mind in the gutter....I was thinking you meant something totally different!!!

I would suggest 100% cotton clothing if possible, and medicated gold bond powder after a shower and maybe even reapply during the day to keep the area very dry.  The other thing you might want to look into is wearing men's boxer briefs (100% cotton) because they will protect the area when walking.

brandy4nicole

poppy33:

I haven't experience this, but just wanted to say I totally thought you were talking about something with your DH!

Haha!  Me too!  That's why I opened it! 

MrsCase1

the monistat line makes a product called "chafing cream" and it works wonders! also, baby powder. you can even use the male version of chaffing cream. as a last resort, migh i suggest some men's boxer briefs as underwear? worked well for a girlfriend of mine. 

BakingMrsC

I have this too. I never had my thighs rub together, but now they are, so I think my skin is very sensitive to it. I have what kind of feels like a "heat rash" + chaffing. Small red bumps that HURT!  I put some cortizone cream on the other night, and it instantly relieved the pain, and by morning the bumps looked much lighter and smaller. 

samelissa75

No matter my weight, I've always had chub rub. My legs haven't gotten any bigger with pregnancy but I am definitely more uncomfortable - more body heat I guess. In the Summer, i usually wear biker shorts or spanx shorts under my dresses and skirts. Also I wear opaque tights until its about 75 degrees outside, it keeps everything awesome. If it gets really bad - monster-sized bandages (you know the ones for blister relief) sometimes work the best. It's definitely not fun. 

Stellasmom

My thigs chafe when I wear skirts or dresses without support underwear. Buy these! They've saved my life. lol.

https://www.motherhood.com/Product.asp?Product_Id=96522Z10111&MasterCategory_Id=MC32 

StefaniePace

clg283:

Desitin, butt butter or any kind of diaper rash cream!  My DH gets this sometimes after a long hot day on the docks at Fed Ex and swears by the desitin.GL

 

This exactly! I use a and d right before I go to bed. I get chaffing if I wear a dress or something... But the next day I just wear pants or capris and I am fine. 

actres

They also have some stuff at bike shops...bicycle that is. Since they are on the bike a lot they make this chaffing thing that comes in a stick like deodorant. It works really well to help keep from chaffing.