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What Causes A Dry Patch Between The Inner Thigh And Vagina?
Question: Good evening, I have had a dry patch between both sides of my inner thigh. I have had this for several months. I thought it may be some kind os rash and have used topical cream to see if it helps. It has only eased the itching for a while and comes back. Not sure what it is. the dry patches are located between my inner thigh and vagina.
Brief Answer:
Either intertrigo or candidiasis, upload pictures
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
According to your complaints it seems to be either intertrigo which is inflammation of the body folds or candidiasis which is a yeast infection.
I would recommend you to upload the photographs of the affected areas so that I can have a clearer picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Asmeet
Either intertrigo or candidiasis, upload pictures
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
According to your complaints it seems to be either intertrigo which is inflammation of the body folds or candidiasis which is a yeast infection.
I would recommend you to upload the photographs of the affected areas so that I can have a clearer picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Asmeet
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Sonia Raina
Good morning, I was able to download some pictures as you requested. As i mentioned before, I have tried rash cream, I thought also it could be me shaving, I dont shave as often because of it, hoping it would cease, but it still continues to itch a lot. Please help. Thank you
Brief Answer:
Seems to be intertrigo
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have reviewed the attached photographs and it is looking like intertrigo which is inflammation of the body folds.
If I was your treating doctor I would recommend you to apply steroid cream like cortisone cream on the affected areas twice daily and take antihistaminic like tablet Chlorpheniramine 4 mg once or twice daily depending on the intensity of itching.
These need to be continued for 2-3 weeks to resolve this condition.
The inflammation usually occurs at this site because of friction , humid and moist environment, in persons who are obese or have a lot of physical activity.
Besides this keep the area dry and maintain personal hygiene.
I hope this information helps you.
Regards
Seems to be intertrigo
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have reviewed the attached photographs and it is looking like intertrigo which is inflammation of the body folds.
If I was your treating doctor I would recommend you to apply steroid cream like cortisone cream on the affected areas twice daily and take antihistaminic like tablet Chlorpheniramine 4 mg once or twice daily depending on the intensity of itching.
These need to be continued for 2-3 weeks to resolve this condition.
The inflammation usually occurs at this site because of friction , humid and moist environment, in persons who are obese or have a lot of physical activity.
Besides this keep the area dry and maintain personal hygiene.
I hope this information helps you.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Can I get the tablets over the counter?
Brief Answer:
Yes you can get the tablets over the counter
Detailed Answer:
Yes you can get these tablets over the counter.
Yes you can get the tablets over the counter
Detailed Answer:
Yes you can get these tablets over the counter.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Thank you for your time and help. Have a great day
Brief Answer:
Welcome!!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!
Welcome!!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Naveen Kumar
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