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2020-05-30 14:26:41
My mother is having red ring patches which she feels very irritating and also itching on those areas. It has also swollen and it pains whenever she touches it.
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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 by sending photos.

Answered2020-05-31 09:20:25

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It can be fungal infection. Needs to be treated soon or else may spread to other family members.
Next Steps
take online consultation for the same
Health Tips
twice a day bath keep the area dry and aerated

Answered2020-05-30 18:46:44

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Kindly take an online consultation. It may be a fungal infection, since that's very common in summer.

Answered2020-05-30 17:30:23

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