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Itching from many months with patches
My mother aged 59 is having very bad itching and patches in lower back and what can the issue have attached the prescription and the photo of the problem. What should be done next.
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Fungal infection of skin , contagious..needs proper course of antifungal medicines to treat and prevent recurrence.
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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Its 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
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Arpita
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11 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
This is fungal infection.
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Till then u can take bath regularly,wash clothes in boiled water.do not touch that area as it spreads.keep ur clothes separate
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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