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Jock itch
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i am having jock itch problem since past few months and it is spreading weekly. I am maintaining proper hygiene there with proper washed undergarments, loose trousers and keeping the place dry. Currently i am applying clotrimazole cream over the affected area but it gives relief for some time not prominently. Please suggest some other medicine or treatment.
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Fungal infection tends to affect folds of the skin, moist areas like groins, armpits, mouth, genitals, under the breasts, webs between fingers and toes, etc. Our skin protects us from fungal/yeast attack, but any cut or break in the continuity of the skin can allow penetration of fungus. It gives rise to rash, eruptions, redness, burning, intolerable itching and abnormal discharges at times. Fungal infection tends to last for many years if not treated well. It is also contagious.
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Avoid steroid containing creams like Zole F etc.
application of steroid containing creams Betnovate etc just suppresses it on surface but it grows beneath the skin and spreads everywhere and also becomes more resistant.
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