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How to clean under skin folds

Lift and flatten the skin to wash under skin folds.

Cleaning and drying the skin carefully can help prevent rashes and infections.

To wash under skin folds:

  1. Use one hand to lift and flatten the skin fold.
  2. Gently clean the area with a washcloth, and then dry.

Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.