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Fungal Infection

Fungal infections are caused by fungi living on dead tissues of the body namely skin, hair and nails. There are different types of fungi causing infections, rashes and other specific symptoms at different sites in the body. They are treated by the use of anti-fungal medication.

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My buttocks have redness. Do I have psoriasis?

Query: Hello doctor, For a couple of months, I have had a red area between my butt cheeks (not anus, further up where butt cheeks meet). This developed on the right side as a large area of redness which now feels scaly and a bit raised. At times it may feel moist, watery, not quite bleedy though. I tried a...  Read Full »


Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After carefully reading your complaints and looking at your photographs, there seem to be three possibilities (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Tinea cruris. Psoriasis. Erythrasma. For making a clear cut diagnosis, I need the answers for a few qu...  Read Full »

Why do I have a scar with pain in my penis?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been running a lot lately, and there this one time that I felt some pain in the head of my penis. It was a small burn, and it did not hurt, so I just let it be. Then I noticed a sort of small scar. Now, it has gotten big, like a callous or a big scar plate. It does not hurt or any...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for attaching the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and I understood your concern. Such a thing can be due to fungal infection or allergic dermatitis due to sweating and improper hygiene. As you mentioned, you were not involved in sexu...  Read Full »

My penis has numerous red spots, and my muscles are cramping. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently irritated since I have numerous red patches on my penis. I am taking vitamin B12 and Myoril 4 mg to treat my muscle spasms. Kindly help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. These spots occur due to infections like Candida. If you have not had unprotected sex, this can be due to allergies or bacterial infection. I would like to see a picture of it. Did it appear after intercourse? Do yo...  Read Full »

I had fungal infection on my pubic areas after which my skin color became dark. Please advise.

Query: Hi doctor, I had fungal infection on my pubic areas. After the treatment it went away, but the skin is not good. The skin is loose and after cleaning the hairs or wash with water my ass has gone dark in some areas. All the areas are sweaty and gives a bad smell.   Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! You can do the following: Wear loose cotton inner wears. Wear loose fitting clothes. See that there is adequate ventilation. Maintaining area dry is important to prevent recurrence, moisture, smell, pigmentation. Moisture...  Read Full »

I have a rash and itching around my scrotum. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing a rash around my scrotum skin and itching around the anus. I observed today that the skin on my scrotum is becoming thick and gray.Kindly help.   Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I just read your query. I can understand your concern.It is looking like a fungal infection.If a fungal infection returns, it can be very serious.First of all, please keep these precautions in mind:1. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use powder frequently to keep it dry....  Read Full »

I am experiencing upper stomach pain. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 30-year-old female, and I have been experiencing stomach pain in the upper area after eating pizza that contains mushrooms. This has never happened before, but it has occurred in the past two or three instances. I am unsure if it is an allergy or something else. Could it be relat...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Yes, mushrooms can be poisonous at times, and such stomachaches may be attributed to that. I would recommend refraining from eating until the discomfort subsides. Some mushrooms can harbor fungal infections, leading to stomach upset and pain. A...  Read Full »

I have a fungal infection on scrotum. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor During my travels, I developed a fungal infection on my scrotum. I utilized Lamisil antifungal cream for eight days, but unfortunately, I ran out. The recommended duration for the treatment was 12 days. I am currently experiencing a gradual return of the itch and burning sensation, althou...  Read Full »


Dr. Basuki Nath Bhagat

Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. I have reviewed your query, and I am sorry to hear about the discomfort you are experiencing. The most effective way to treat a fungal infection is to consistently apply th...  Read Full »

I have got infection in penis after unprotected sex. Kindly advise.

Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex with my wife and got the infection on my penis two weeks back. The head of the penis became red. I used Quadriderm but it is not helping.  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It may be due to fungal infection. Clean the area with warm water twice daily. Apply Candid cream instead. Check whether your wife is having a fungal infection or white discharge. You can get back with clear photos of lesions and details for clarification.  Read Full »

I have an ulcer and itching on my penis. Is it phimosis?

Query: Hello doctor, I think I am suffering from balanitis. I have a little ulcer on the head of my penis. Penis foreskin becomes a little red and some white layer is there on it. I have itching problem on it. And also some cuts on the outer skin. Maybe it is phimosis. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Ashwini. V. Swamy

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Balanitis means inflammation of the glans penis. It could be because of fungal infection or herpes or allergic contact dermatitis. The treatment is different for each condition. It is difficult to prescribe any medication without seeing the clinical picture. Please atta...  Read Full »

My brother is in coma with fungal meningitis. Will he recover?

Query: Hi doctor, My brother has fungal meningitis and is in a coma. Initially, he responded to the commands, but after him having a tracheostomy and a feeding tube put in him; he is not responding to our words. What do you think? Is there a possibility of recovery? Will he wake up?  Read Full »


Dr. Hitesh Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Fungal meningitis has poor outcome compared to viral or bacterial meningitis. Such fungal infection usually occurs when body immunity is low due to any reason. Sometimes, there may be some permanent cellular level damage to brain cells by such infection. But, do not l...  Read Full »

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