Itchy, irritated armpits? You're not alone. It's a complaint that dermatologists hear often. That's because the armpit, also known as the axilla, is notoriously prone to irritation and other issues.

Many over-the-counter creams work best for some armpit rashes. Contact dermatitis on your armpits is caused by exposure to skin irritants or allergens. Shaving can cause folliculitis, which looks like ...

You could have a skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa, also known as acne inversa, or HS. This skin condition, which involves an overreactive immune system, can crop up in various areas of ...