How can recurrent fungal infections be treated?

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I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. I have read your query, and understand your concern.

Fungal infection indeed can be very problematic, especially if it becomes recurrent. You can keep these precautions in mind.

1. Never keep the area wet at any cost. Use talcum powder frequently to keep it dry.

2. Do not scratch it.

3. Change the undergarments regularly.

4. Do not use any creams, especially steroids like Cream Betnovate (Betamethasone).

5. Do not stop the medicine once you get cured. Continue medicine in order to kill the entire fungal growth.

6. Avoid excessive sweating. Keep yourself dry, and change clothes if they get wet.

7. Check diabetes and thyroid, as they can be recurrent even after proper treatment.

Now treatment part, I suggest the following medications. Consult your doctor, and take the medicines accordingly.

1. Ketoconazole cream and Tablet Terbinafine 250 mg for 2 months; or Terbinafine cream Tablet Fluconazole 150 mg twice a week for 2 months.

3. For itching take Tablet Levocetirizine 10mg twice a day.

I hope this helps. Please return if you have any further queries.