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Fungal infections
I have fungal infection near my thigh and vagina.
I have been using lobate cream from last one month. Though infection is dried up there are patches and etchee feeling. Kindly suggest
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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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Applying steroid (lobate) over fungal infection can relieve symptoms, but it will make situation worse.
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online consult
Health Tips
stop lobate
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Dr. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Pune
Lobste us a steroid with side effects.stop using it.send pictures of the affected area and consult me privately for further treatment
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Stop lobate, it’s a steroid. It will give you a temporary relief.
Need more details.
Consult me on practo pro for guidance & prescription
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Dr. Rashmi Aderao
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Pune
Lobate is a steroid cream. And will damage your skin and also aggrevate your fungal infection. It gives only temporary relief from itching. It will also expose you to bacterial and viral infection
Next Steps
take online consultation for appropriate treatment
Health Tips
stop lobate
twice a day bath
wear loose cotton clothes
keep the area dry
treatment of family members if affected
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