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Frequent itching
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I am getting frequent itching in my private area. I have taken teczine tablet, applied luliconazole cream then used keto soap also but no use . As per doctor and others advice shall I change my v shape underwear to boxer . Please help me with these issues. I can send pics of needed for affected area and underwear types. Thanks
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Sent pics of affected area. Further examination needed may be it's dermatitis or bacterial infection
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This can be due to contact dermatitis or fungal infection....
You need to use better underwear which soak moisture and heat
Consult for better and further treatment
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Take tab cetrizine 5mg one morning and one evening for 10 days.
Tab ketoconazole 200mg one daily for 10 days.
Apply cosvate gm cream 2 times daily for 2 weeks.
Wear only cotton clothes.
Connect online after 2 weeks
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get blood sugar done both fasting and post meal and share results.
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Frequent itching in the private area may be due to fungal infection or contact/irritant dermatitis, which sometimes needs proper examination and targeted treatment.
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consult me for clinical evaluation and appropriate management. Further treatment can be planned after assessment.
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Frequent itching in the private area that:
• Did not improve with luliconazole cream
• Did not improve with antifungal soap
• And is recurring
…may not be a simple fungal infection alone.
Common causes in such cases:
1. Fungal infection (tinea cruris) that is:
• Recurrent
• Partially treated
2. Irritant or contact dermatitis
• From tight underwear
• Synthetic fabrics
• Excess sweating
• Harsh soaps
3. Mixed infection (fungal + bacterial irritation)
4. Overwashing or soap use, which damages skin barrier
If itching persists despite antifungal cream, it often means:
• Treatment duration was too short
• Reinfection is happening
• Or the problem is not purely fungal
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Clothing and hygiene
Yes, switching from tight V-shape underwear to loose cotton boxers is recommended, because:
• Boxers reduce friction
• Improve ventilation
• Decrease sweat accumulation
• Help healing
Choose:
• Loose, 100% cotton underwear
• Change twice daily if sweating
• Avoid synthetic or tight innerwear
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Treatment plan (general guidance)
For persistent itching, a short structured course works better:
Morning
• Wash with plain water (no soap on the area)
• Apply luliconazole cream thin layer
Night
• Apply antifungal dusting powder (e.g., clotrimazole or candid powder)
Tablet (if itching severe)
• Levocetirizine at night for 5–7 days
Duration:
• Continue topical antifungal at least 3–4 weeks
• Even if symptoms improve earlier
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Important precautions
Avoid:
• Steroid-mixed creams
• Scented soaps
• Tight underwear
• Reusing unwashed innerwear
• Sitting long in sweaty clothes
Health Tips
• Dry the area completely after bathing
• Use a separate towel for private area
• Sun-dry underwear daily
• Apply antifungal powder during the day if sweating
• Check for similar rash in thighs or groin folds
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When to consult a doctor in person
• No improvement after 3–4 weeks
• Red, thickened, or cracked skin
• White patches on penis or foreskin
• Burning during urination
• Diabetes or high sugar levels
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About sending pictures
If you are comfortable, you may share images, but it is not mandatory. Many cases can be managed based on symptoms and history alone.
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This is a very common and treatable condition, especially in warm climates. With the right clothing, proper hygiene, and a consistent treatment course, most patients see clear improvement within a few weeks.
If you’d like, you can describe the exact location and appearance, and I can guide you more precisely.
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Yes attachment needed.
Locally apply caladryl lotion with betnovate c ointment in 3:1 ratio after bath.
Tab montek lc one at night for five days.
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More detailed history is desirable
Maybe due to allergy or otherwise
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Dear Patient
Frequent itching in the private area in males is most commonly due to fungal infection (tinea cruris or jock itch), sweating, friction, tight underwear, or moisture retention. If luliconazole and antifungal soap have not helped, the infection may still be active or there may be irritation dermatitis also present.
changing from tight V shape underwear to loose cotton boxers is strongly recommended because tight underwear increases sweat and friction which worsens fungal infection.
What you should do
• Use loose cotton boxer underwear and keep area dry
• Wash with plain water and dry completely before wearing clothes
• Apply antifungal powder during daytime to reduce moisture
• Continue antifungal cream twice daily for at least 3 to 4 weeks (even if symptoms improve early)
• Avoid steroid mixed creams
• Change underwear twice daily if sweating more
• Avoid scratching to prevent secondary infection
If itching is severe sometimes oral antifungal medicine may be required
Consult me qnd share image
• Red rash with border spreading or pigmentation present
• Cracks pain or discharge develops
• No improvement after 2 to 3 weeks treatment
• Diabetes history or recurrent infection
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Dermatologist
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Clotrimazole ointment twice a day
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Dr. Rekhit Gupta
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Sirsa
That is know as tinea cruris.
I am a dermatologist
For a prescription, consult with me on whats app (7o15oo8352) or on practo
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consultation
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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