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Suggest Treatment For Itching Sensation In Between Buttocks
Question: AT THE TOP OF MY BUTT CRACK IT IS VERY ITCHY I RUN HOT WATER ON AREA AND PUT SOME GOLD BOND HEALING CREME ON AREA SHOULD I BE DOING THIS OR IS THERE A BETTER TOPICAL TREATMENT
Brief Answer:
Good therapy
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
This is good therapy for local skin infections, allergy reaction, irritation or fungal infections, but if this is caused by pylonidal sinus then it won't be efficient and you should see proctologist for further therapy.
You can also apply mild corticosteroid ointment and have sitz baths.
Please let me know if you've any further queries
Wish you good health
Regards
Good therapy
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
This is good therapy for local skin infections, allergy reaction, irritation or fungal infections, but if this is caused by pylonidal sinus then it won't be efficient and you should see proctologist for further therapy.
You can also apply mild corticosteroid ointment and have sitz baths.
Please let me know if you've any further queries
Wish you good health
Regards
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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