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Does Continuous Application Of Lobate Ointment On Groin Skin Cause Harm?

I was prescribed to use Lobate ointment for itching and irritation on my groin skin, for not more than 3 months. After using for 15 days I got complete relief. But after 2 months again appeared. Now I am using once in 3 -4 days. If I dont use for 7 days, It reappears. 1) Is there any problem to use lobate continuously? 2) What is alternative? YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 17 Sep 2014
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Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Lobate ointment contains clobetasol-topical corticosteroid.
Avoid prolonged use,as it may turn the skin thinner, give rise to steroid dependence, contact dermatitis. The side-effects could even be systemic e.g. adrenal suppression and Cushing's syndrome.
The most common cause of skin irritations of the groin is a fungus(ringworm of the skin of the groin).
The groin is also a favoured site for some parasitic infestations e.g. Pubic lice,
Scabies.
Since Lobtae application is not solving your problem,you should stop applying the ointment and go for further investigation & treatment by a qualified dermatologist.




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Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D.
Mumbai
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Does Continuous Application Of Lobate Ointment On Groin Skin Cause Harm?

Hi, Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns. Lobate ointment contains clobetasol-topical corticosteroid. Avoid prolonged use,as it may turn the skin thinner, give rise to steroid dependence, contact dermatitis. The side-effects could even be systemic e.g. adrenal suppression and Cushing s syndrome. The most common cause of skin irritations of the groin is a fungus(ringworm of the skin of the groin). The groin is also a favoured site for some parasitic infestations e.g. Pubic lice, Scabies. Since Lobtae application is not solving your problem,you should stop applying the ointment and go for further investigation & treatment by a qualified dermatologist. Regards Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. Mumbai