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I have a skin infection in the inner thigh. What is it?

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I have a skin infection in my inner thighs. It burns and itches a lot. Even, the slightest touch triggers the itching. I have been applying Clotrimazole for the past two days. On using it, the itching stops. But again, I have itching after a few hours. I have the infection in my inner thighs near the scrotum. I have attached an image. Please suggest.
Answered by Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

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Hi,

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I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have a candida infection in the groin area, called tinea cruris. Use Clotrimazole ointment twice daily for ten days. Take Itraconazole 100 mg orally once daily for ten days. Keep the area dry.

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Published At November 16, 2018
Reviewed At January 13, 2024

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Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim is a dedicated General Practitioner and Family Physician with expertise in primary care, chronic disease management, preventive medicine, and acute illness treatment. He provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals and families across all age groups. Dr. Abouibrahim is committed to promoting long-term health and wellness through accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and a compassionate, holistic approach to healthcare.

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