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Hello Doctor, i don't know what problem i am facing but in night sometimes i lift my tshirt upward and just run my fingers over my chest, stomach and back. And then my hand takes down my underwear and itch penis and buttock region and yesterday night my mom saw me naked doing this now i am not able to face my mother. I don't have any infection but still itching happening only in night on whole upper body and private areas what should i do ?
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Nothing seroius about this…just apply calamine lotion and use KZ soap.
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Try to not apply the cream at least two times a day amd use regularly.
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Try to stay indoors during hot sun day time
Keep hygiene mode on.
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Don't worry, symptoms resemble scabies. Do you have itching in between finger / toe gaps? . Did you notice small burros in between gaps?.. If yes please go to near by dermatologist, confirm diagnosis, take treatment. If u find difficult to reach dermatologist, buy GBHC lotion in pharmacy look like milk lotion. Apply it all over body below the neck level for over night. Have a bath morning.. Repeat 2nd time after one week.. If not get improved, please visit dermatologist as soon as possible..
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Stay hydrated, personal hygiene.
visit dermatologist.
GBHC lotion
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mostly looks like scabies.. if not, it may be fungal infection due to sweating in this summer climate. if not cure, please visit dermatologist.. Thank you..
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Did your itching is worse at night? Do you have itching in your web space?..if it is so we have to rule out scabies..if it is not like that and your itching is same throughout the day we have to rule out miliaria since it is summer time..if your lesion is round in shape we have to rule out tinea
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Do consult with detailed history in terms of intensity, duration of the symptoms and other symptoms if any for better treatment
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It could be due to dryness of the skin, nocturnal pruritus.Take tablet histafree 120 mg once a day for a few days.Ifno relief, consult a dermatologist in your area
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Please donât worry or feel embarrassed this can happen. Itâs often due to simple causes like dry skin, sweating, mild fungal irritation, or even a subconscious habit during sleep.
For now, try Keeping the skin moisturised before bed Wearing loose cotton clothes Keeping the groin area clean and dry Avoiding harsh soaps
If it continues or troubles you, we can look into it further and treat the cause.
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You could be having scabies, some fungal infection.
Take tab cetrizine 5mg one morning and one evening for itching.
Tab monteleukast 10mg in evening . That way you will not have itching.
Please consult a dermatologist
For actual diagnosis after clinical evaluation and management accordingly.
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Consult dermatologist
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"I want to reassure you that what you are experiencing is a medical condition, not a behavioral issue. Itching that intensifies specifically at night (Nocturnal Pruritus) and involves the trunk, buttocks, and genital area is a hallmark symptom of Scabies—a skin infestation caused by tiny mites that become more active when the body is warm under covers. The urge to scratch in such cases is an involuntary physical reflex, and it is important to treat the underlying infestation rather than feeling embarrassed about the act of scratching."
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Hello,
It is important to address this issue clinically, as itching that occurs primarily at night-especially when it involves both the trunk and the genital/buttock regions—often points to specific dermatological or environmental causes rather than a lack of hygiene.
1. Potential Cause: Scabies
The most common cause of intense itching that worsens significantly at night is Scabies, a skin infestation caused by tiny mites.
Key Indicators: It often affects "thin-skinned" areas, including the finger webs, wrists, armpits, and significantly, the genital and buttock regions.
Nocturnal Pattern: The itching is famously worse at night because the mites become more active when the body is warm under covers.
2. Other Considerations
Nocturnal Pruritus: Sometimes, itching is linked to the body's natural circadian rhythm, where inflammatory mediators increase at night while anti-inflammatory corticosteroids are at their lowest
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Contact Dermatitis: Sensitivity to laundry detergents, fabric softeners, or the material of your nightwear/bedding can cause irritation that you only notice once settled for the evening.
Immediate Recommendations
Physical Examination: You must visit a Dermatologist. They will look for "burrows" (tiny raised lines on the skin) or small red bumps that confirm a mite infestation.
Avoid Self-Medication: Do not apply strong steroid creams or antifungal powders until a diagnosis is made, as these can sometimes mask the symptoms of an infestation and make it harder to treat
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Hygiene Measures:
Wash all bedding, towels, and recently worn clothes in hot water and dry them on a high-heat setting to kill any potential allergens or mites.
Cut your fingernails short to prevent skin infections from scratching during the night.
A Note on the Incident with Your Mother
It is completely understandable to feel embarrassed about being seen in a vulnerable moment. Explaining to her that you have a persistent medical condition causing this intense discomfort may help ease the tension and ensure you get the medical care you need.
Summary: Nighttime itching that involves the private areas is a hallmark of Scabies, which is a common and treatable medical condition. A dermatologist can provide the correct medicated cream (usually Permethrin) to resolve this quickly.
Best regards.
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Dermatologist.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Use candio
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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Consult online will guide you
Apply Calosoft lotion
Use k z soap
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Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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