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Fungal infection
From last 2 weeks i m suffering from Thai fungal infection ,as i have used a( Castor-NF) cream by taking suggestion from near by medical shop. It is very iching
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It's tinea cruris. You need specific antifungal medicines for treatment.
Stop applying castor NF cream as it will damage your skin and will make treatment even more difficult.
Next Steps
consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment
Health Tips
stop applying steroid cream.
wear loose cotton clothes
avoid sharing of soap towel and personal hygiene products
wash your clothes separately
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It's Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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Dr. Kumara lakshmanan
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Coimbatore
This is a very common issue..it's called dermatophytosis.. Consult a dermatologist for furthur management..take care!
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