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I have been dealing with a persistent ringworm infection in multiple areas. What can I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been dealing with ringworm for the past five months. It has affected areas such as my toes, stomach, the area between my thighs, back, and behind my ears. I am an 18-and-a-half-year-old girl. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Based on your description, it appears that you have tinea cruris et corporis et faciei, which is a fungal infection affecting the groin, body, and face. Here are some general measures to follow:Keep the affected area dry. Avoid moisture accumu... Read Full »
A spot rose on my thigh near the groin region. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, A spot rose on my thigh near to groin. I consulted with a dermatologist. The doctor diagnosed it with tinea crusis and advised ten tablets of Sizzle once a day and 30 tablets of Funge 250 mg once a day, and a Canix-H cream to be applied on the affected areas. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I reviewed the picture attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Yes, it is tinea cruris spreading to involve your thighs. The medication prescribed by your dermatologist is perfect for tinea. Follow the treatment regime... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male with a red rash on my scrotum; it is itchy and sometimes burns. I consulted a doctor a year ago, and he said eczema and told me to apply baby powder. It worked, but it is back again. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The history and image provided (the attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) may be Tinea cruris of the scrotum. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection that appears in the folds of the skin, private areas, underarms, groin are... Read Full »
Despite applying Soframycin cream, I have itching near my penis and anus. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Besides my penis and toilet side, some skin problems happened, and I am also experiencing itching. I have applied Soframycin cream for the last five days but did not get any relief. I have attached images so it will be easier to know. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per the history and images provided (the attachments are removed to protect th patient's identity), it may be Tinea cruris. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection most often seen on the folds and private areas where exposure is less. They ap... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from a skin infection. There is a fungal infection on my hip region that is not getting resolved even after applying Quadriderm cream. The infection is spreading gradually and the irritation is high. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems you are suffering from a condition called tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection of the inner thighs and buttocks area that can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti-fungal treatment, including... Read Full »
I have severe itching in my inner thigh and around my penis. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, My skin in the inner thigh section around my penis and inner thighs is very bad, I have been scratching it for almost two months as I face severe itching sensation there, but now the entire area is so black and ugly. The skin is dead, and I also had ringworm around the area three years... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the information provided on your end, and I understand your concern. The rashes, as per the history provided, may be Tinea cruris or fungal infection on the areas which are closed and unexposed. It usually forms due to stagnation of moisture and s... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have itching and rash on the inner part of the body under the thighs. The rash is spreading. I have been facing this for three weeks. I have used Itch guard cream, but no use. Please suggest alternative medicines. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the history and image provided, (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) the most probable diagnosis is Tinea cruris. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection caused by contact with an infected individual due to weakened immunity, moisture stagnation,... Read Full »
The infection in the inner side of my thigh is turning black and spreading rapidly. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from an infection in the inner side of my thigh which is turning black and spreading rapidly. I want your advice. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. As per your history and images provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the condition seems to be tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection that appears due to moisture retention. It can be transmitted by sharing the bel... Read Full »
Why do the itchy areas on my groin turn darker on scratching?
Query: Hello, I have had severe itching in my pelvic and groin area for two years. The skin in this area has now become darker. Whenever I scratch, the skin first turns red and then darker. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I request you send a photograph of the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate treatment. Thank you. Read Full »
Do red spots with intense itching around the thighs indicate tinea cruris?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been having red spots and intense itching around my thighs (almost all of the pubic hair area around my genitals). And as a result, I itch every day, and it gets bad at times that I have to scratch a lot. I have it for around a month. Could it be because of the continuous usage of... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems you are having tinea cruris. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection of the groin. I suggest you follow the general measures. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use Clotrimazole powder frequently to keep it dry. Avoid itching and do not scratch it. Change the undergar... Read Full »