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Fungal infection or something else
About one year ago, I had itching only around the anal area. Recently, the itching has also started affecting the skin around my penis/groin area.
Despite using the prescribed treatment, the itching has not completely resolved. I also have a history of an anal fissure. Since the itching has spread to another area, I would like to know whether this is still a fungal infection or if it could be another skin condition.i am not understanding what is happening to me all this
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✓Most likely it's Tinea cruris with perianal involvement..
✓The spread of itching does not automatically mean the disease is becoming serious. Several skin conditions can look similar, so confirming the diagnosis is important.
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consult with a dermatologist
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Don't take online consultation for this. Please see a surgeon.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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More likely fungal infection.
Take tab cetrizine 5mg one morning and one evening for itching.
Tab ketoconazole 200mg one daily for 7 days.
Apply miconazole ointment twice each day for 2 weeks.
Wear clean, lose, cotton, clothes.
Apply nystatin dusting powder, after shower and when changing clothes.
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Consult a dermatologist or a surgeon as this needs proper physical evaluation and diagnostic treatment
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Can be fungus or a new infection.
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You need a personalised evaluation and treatment in person.
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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Dermatologist or general surgeon to evaluate.
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To know what exactly it is need to examine. So consult superspecialist like dermatologist or homeopathy
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Dr. Manikante Vijaya Vani
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Genital hygiene is important.
Secondly, fungal infections are not so common at young age as you have mentioned. Rule out diabetes or prediabetes.
Worm infestations can also cause irritation in perianal region.
If topical antifungal is not enough, you may need oral antifungals.
Personalized evaluation may benefit
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seek dermatologist opinion regarding fungal infections
consult a general surgeon in person for anal fissure
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Its infection
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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