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Hi, I Have Been Getting Skin Itching On Backside Of
Question: Hi, I have been getting skin itching on backside of penis since one year. I applied itch guard but no use.. when I rub it appearing as white color. could you please help on how to get relief from this?
Brief Answer:
Possible fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail.
As per your symptoms the possibility of fungal infection is very high.
This requires intensive management with oral and topical antifungal medication.
I generally prescribe oral pills of Terbinafine and Cotrimazole to my patients with such symptoms.
Please check with your physician if he/she shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to you.
Post your further questions if any
Thank you
Possible fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail.
As per your symptoms the possibility of fungal infection is very high.
This requires intensive management with oral and topical antifungal medication.
I generally prescribe oral pills of Terbinafine and Cotrimazole to my patients with such symptoms.
Please check with your physician if he/she shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to you.
Post your further questions if any
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Thanks for your response. Is it mandatory to check with local doctor? or can I use these terbinafine and cotrimazole tablets and please provide how much dose and days I have to use. what are the reasons for this fungal infection? will it cure permanently? and also I have a problem of dust allergy. Daily I used to take 1 tab of montair 10/montelukast lc/monterex fx at night. please suggest me, in case if I have to follow any precautions.
Brief Answer:
Two week treatment is required
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
You always have the option of getting it physically examined by your doctor.
Montair Fx can be considered if there is intolerable itching
Terbinafine to be taken for 1 week and Cotrinlmazole ointment for 2 weeks is applicable.
It occurs due ti disturbances in hygiene.
It can resolve permanently.
Dust allergy has no implications in it
Thank you
Two week treatment is required
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
You always have the option of getting it physically examined by your doctor.
Montair Fx can be considered if there is intolerable itching
Terbinafine to be taken for 1 week and Cotrinlmazole ointment for 2 weeks is applicable.
It occurs due ti disturbances in hygiene.
It can resolve permanently.
Dust allergy has no implications in it
Thank you
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
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