Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intertrigo
Noun
/ˌɪn.tərˈtɪ.ɡoʊ/
Definition
Intertrigo is a skin condition that occurs between skin folds, characterized by inflammation caused by friction, moisture, and warmth.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with intertrigo under the breasts.
- After a hot day outdoors, she noticed signs of intertrigo in her groin area.
- Proper hygiene and moisture control are essential in preventing intertrigo.
Meaning
The term refers to the irritation and redness of the skin that develops in the folds and creases where skin rubs together, often worsened by sweat and heat.
Synonyms
- Skin fold dermatitis
- Frictional dermatitis
- Chafing
