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Fungal infection
How long does fungal infection takes to cure ? I was on lantraz and nizral. Those areas are left pigmented without itching.new areas adjacent and nearby have started getting affected the same way. What can the reason for this ? What are the chances of recurrences ? Is there a more long-term solution for this ?
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Depends on the severity...Don't worry..100% cure possible with specific medicine...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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Dr. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
17 yrs exp
Pune
There is a long term solution for this.fungal infection can recite if not treated properly or if patient doesn’t complete the given dose of medicines.send me pictures of the affected area and consult with me online for further treatment
Health Tips
Wear lose cotton clothes
Keep the area dry
Wash all undergarments in dettol and hot water
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Dr. Nitin K Saxena
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Jaipur
Send pic and consult me online
Yes recurrence is possible
Keep the area dry...dont apply ny soap
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Recurrent infection very common.
More effective creams available than mixes .
Share pics .
Consult me online.
Next Steps
Avoid steroid based creams.
Health Tips
Don’t use any lightening creams for pigmentation
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Dr. Harshavardhan Gowda H
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Fungal infection usually takes 2 to 3 months
Reason for recurrence will be sweating, use of tight and wet innerwears,
Solution is take treatment for prescribed duration and Dose and Regular follow up
Next Steps
Consult Dermatologist near by or on online
Health Tips
keep area dry, avoid jeans, avoid wet clothes, don't share your soap and clothes, treatment of family members if infected
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