How To Treat Rashes Around The Anus?

Posted on Wed, 25 Oct 2017

Question: My daughter plays softball and has a bad rash around her anus and towards her vagina. She also has a similar spot on her butt cheek. We thought it was chaffing but cant seem to get it to calm down. Shes in a lot of pain.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
This rash seems to be fungal infection.
It is itchy and uncomfortable and does not go on its own.
She will be needing oral and local antifungal agents like fluconazole and terbinafine to cure the infection.
I will suggest her to consult a dermatologist for proper examination and treatment accordingly.
It may take 7-10 days to settle down.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (10 hours later)

Thank you so much!!!!

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Happy to help

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I am happy to have helped you.
You can get back to me for further queries by asking a direct question to me on this portal.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad