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I have devoped a hair follicle infection on left thigh which is very painful please advise medication.

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U need to take painkiller and antibiotic to stop spread Use warm water towel three times a day Apply antibiotic cream morning evening U can consult me online for prescription thanks ...  Read More

Skin infection in groin area that i have from years ago.. the doctor only fixed the infection but the skin has not healed back to normal yet.

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Some infection devlop in groin area,Too much allergic.Pls suggest how to treat..Seems like fungal infection..

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Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance. ...  Read More

Can anyone plz tell in general what are the precautions for this infection and medication for mild hair follicle infection

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Please provide with the pics of your concern so that proper medication can be advised. ...  Read More

When i scratch my groin area , some kind of dirt scale off my groin area.Sometimes it's kind of white, and sometimes black. My groin area is looking like black covered for this infection. It also itches . My groin area always stay pretty wet .And it smells bad. i'm having this problem for at least 6 years.

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs and buttocks area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets al ...  Read More

Groin area infection from 5 months......after taking treatment it get good and disappear....again it happen.

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs, groin and buttocks area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tab ...  Read More

Have been suffering from fungal infection at groin area from the past 1 year. It reoccured for about 4 times..

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You don't have to suffer. You may be suffering from fungal infection of the inner thighs groin and buttocks area which we call tinea cruris. this is commonly referred as jock itch. It is easily treata ...  Read More

I have infection nearby my groin area . i am infected from it from last 6-7 months . but now it contineously spread on my groin from last 1 month .

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs and genital area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets alo ...  Read More

I am getting frequent hair follicle infection in different parts of the body. Every time I am taking antibiotics to get it cured. Pls help!

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I suggest you to connect to me further for better advise after knowing some important history that's required in your case. ...  Read More

I have been dealing with skin infection around the groin area from 2-3 months.. its very itchy. I have used Dexoderm but it made my skin dry and itchy. Now the current scenario is rings of infection has spread around the area. Kindly help me out here..

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs and buttocks area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets al ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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It appears like a fungal infection.you can initially try using terbinafine cream twice daily for a few days.It may need oral antifungal treatment as well,do consult a dermatologist in your area for ap ...  Read More

I was riding bike and suddenly applied break after which I hit my groin area to tank which gave me swelling in testicle and mild pain.

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You should get a physical examination done with a urologist and USG Doppler scrotum ...  Read More

I am suffering from groin infection from last 3 years I not curring I have marriage in 2.5 months .Can I be cured .I am worried

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Dont worry..in order to address your problem..we need clear history and the clear picture of what the infection is..then we can treat it ...  Read More

Recently I had urine infection which lasted for 1 week and had urine tested and used medicines referred by doctor. Pain and burning sensation came down but slight pain started in groin area till testicles, pain rating 3/10 feeling uncomfortable while peeing. There are no bulge or anything unusual in the area. Please suggest me on this.

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A ong patch little scaly and blackish with a lot of itching has happened in groin area on both sides I am 4 months pregnant which cream can I apply?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Sticky feeling with bad smell at groin area. Due to stickyness some times feel uncomfortable while walking and running.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am facing severe itching in my groin area and it is spreading to Other parts. Is there any recommended medication and how can it stop this?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My armpit and groin area is appearing black ,I tried fungal creams ,still the same, haven't done any other treatments, kindly Advice how to go ahead

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I had a c section and 5 months completed. I sm feeling pain at groin area while stretching and turning during sleep. Is it normal?

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I've skin rash in the groin area. After a long day it's very itchy and the rash is there for a long time. It looks like a fungal infection but I'm not sure.What to do?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi Doctor I had experience itching on my groin area for past few week now. It has become worst at night and moreover I sometime use to scratch little which cause injured to my skin. Groin was clean an dry every day. Please help

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am having a ringworm in groin area so which medicine I can use for there and how much long I need to use that medicine? Is that common can be cure easily?

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To diagnose ur skin condition proper history, clinical images are required. Please do consult online, so that i can diagnose it correctly and provide treatment appropriately. ...  Read More

I am experiencing fungal infection in my groin area that is itchy as well. Please prescribe a medicine. It happened 2 years ago also and I took Grisovin at that time which helped me. Now Grisovin isn't available, please prescribe another salt.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

There is itching in my groin area, between the thighs just below the testicles. Moreover it has a pungent smell. Is there any medication available for the same?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have had a chronic infection in my groin region for past few weeks and its getting worse.I have applied candid dusting powder.

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It's 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 detaile ...  Read More

Does Adgain Plus strengthen hair follicles?

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No, it's just a multivitamin supplement. Hair treatment depends on cause of hairfall ...  Read More

Hi, My groin area and penis smell a lot. I will take a bath daily and clean the private parts also. But after a few hours it starts to smell. Can you please let me know if it is an issue?

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Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts ...  Read More

Have got skin infection, was called by doc as fungal infection. It's not going away and occurs again after some time. Redness, itchy skin is bothering and I sense of it spreading too beyond groin area.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My boy is 11 months old. Today I noticed a small lump in his groin area. Which is in the size of smaller than black pepper... It s not visible but i can feel only pressing the area... What it is ???

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Last week i noticed a small lump(pea size) in between my left thigh and groin area. It doesn't feel any pain though. I don't smoke or drink and haven't had sex for the past 3 years. My weight used to be between 54-55. But i noticed that now my weight is anywhere between 56.8 to 57.6. i work from home and do cycling during weekends for 30 to 40 minu

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