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Fungal infection
I play football extensively and i contracted this infection somehow which pulmalated out of control within days...i used general itch guard but all was in vain...kindly diagnose and guide
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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs, groin and buttocks area. It is also called jock itch. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets along with creams. Do not use soap over that area. Mistreatment with over the counter Steroid containing creams like fourderm, panderm, quadriderm, dermi5, cloben g betnovate, dermikem OC, candid b etc lead to repeated case of recurrence and also side effects due to application. Do not use steroid containing combination creams. Please contact me using online consult option with photos for detailed prescription. Do not delay treatment as it may spread further on your body and also to other people living in the household
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This is tinea corporis which is fungal infection.
It is treated with oral and topical antifungal medicines.
Next Steps
consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment
Health Tips
avoid sharing of soap,towel and personal hygiene products.
wear loose cotton clothes.
wash your clothes separately.
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It's Fungus 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
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Dr. Geoffrey Vaz
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Mumbai
This is called Tinea Corporis. Tinea corporis is a superficial fungal infection of the skin that can affect any part of the body. It is commonly called 'ringworm' as it presents with characteristic ring-shaped lesions. Occasionally you can catch fungal skin infections and these could be a few reasons- From person to person by touching a person who has the infection, From touching items which have been in contact with an infected person. For example, towels.
From soil. Rarely, fungi can be present in soil, and you can get the infection from contact with soil. Consult a Dermatologist for a proper examination and medication for the same.
Health Tips
Avoid OTC products. wear loose fitting clothes. Use a medicated antifungal powder.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
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12 yrs exp
Delhi
It's a fungal infection and will need full treatment with proper medicines. Don't apply any over-the-counter creams like quadriderm, fourderm, panderm, itch guard etc.
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