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Medical Conditions - Dermatophytosis

Dermatophytosis is a fungal infection of skin, hair, and nails. It is caused by anthropophilic dermatophytes such as Trichophyton tonsurans and Trichophyton rubrum. It causes severe rashes and itchy skin. Antifungal ointments, lotions, and topical creams treat this condition.

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How to treat groin rash in women?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is dermatophytosis, a kind of fungal infection, which is common in a humid environment.

Are dry scaly spots on the inner thigh a sign of STD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the picture you sent (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). It is tinea corporis, a kind of fungal infection.

What could cause itchy patches under the breasts and in the groin?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Depending on the symptoms mentioned by you, it can be a superficial fungal infection due to dermatophytes.

What could be done for the chronic infection in the butt to heal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The condition is known as Tinea corporis or dermatophytosis.

What should be done if a ringworm infection does not subside with antifungal creams?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. Did you apply medications as self-treatment, or were they prescribed by a doctor? Also, for how long have you used the creams? Please share at least two pictures taken at different distances so that it is clearly visible and can be evaluated properly. Thank you.

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Small scaly rashes on my shaft start spreading after applying jock itch cream. Kindly help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it looks like dermatophytosis (fungal infection) with additional contact dermatitis.

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