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What can be the cure for the break outs around my groin and vagina?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am breaking out around my groin and vagina. I have never had an unsafe sex. So, I do not think it can be an STD (sexually transmitted disease). I am on a birth control pill. I have attached images for your reference. Kindly suggest treatment.
Answered by Dr. Kakkar

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Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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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 understand your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I see inflammatory and swollen nodules and scarring from the healed lesions. This could be hidradenitis suppurativa which is characterized by recurring inflammatory nodules and scarring in the groin and scarring in the other apocrine gland-rich areas like axilla, breasts, areola, and buttocks. I would like to know how long you have been having these breakouts. Do you smoke? Hidradenitis is more common in females and in smokers. Are there any other involved areas like axillae, breasts, and buttocks?

Thank you for consulting me.

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Regards.

Answered by Dr. Kakkar
Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 16, 2017
Reviewed At March 21, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Kakkar

Dermatology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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