Dr. Gaurang Gupta
Dermatology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
My doctor told me that I have balanitis. He prescribed Clotrimazole and Beclomethasone cream, Itraconazole capsules (one capsule every day) and Levocetirizine dihydrochloride (one tablet for every night) for 10 days. I have finished all medicines in 10 days. First three days I felt that I have benefited, but still I am not cured. Why?
Hello,
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The treatment which you are taking is entirely correct. Continue it for another two to three weeks. Undergo a test for diabetes as balanitis is a recurrent problem in a diabetes patient. Also, please attach some photo of the area so that it will be easy to diagnose the condition and provide effective treatment.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
My sugar is normal and I do not have diabetes. Do I need to continue those prescribed medicines?
Hi,
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Yes, continue the same treatment for the next two weeks. I suggest a few changes. Consult your doctor, discuss with him or her, and take treatment with consent.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
Shall I stop using Candid-B cream? Please see the pictures attached.
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Yes, I have seen the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Candid cream contains Clotrimazole only. So, there is no need to apply Candid-B, which is a combination of Beclomethasone.
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