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How Can Scrotum Itching With Redness Be Treated?
I have a 5 yr old son who has a very red scrotum. It seems to be bothering to him. Sometimes he says itchy sometimes he says it doesn t hurt. We have been putting on an antibiotic cream given to us by doctor for another abrasion in that area. But we ran out and I cant seem to tell it was helping much in this situation (no broken skin as the last time). Instead I tried a diaper rash cream but he told me he thought the other antibacterial cream was helping more than the diaper rash cream.
Wed, 1 Apr 2020
Hi,
I assume it is not painful or tender (which needs immediate evaluation and treatment). The possibilities are- fungal infection (tinea cruris), allergic reaction to some irritants. In such cases, after confirming the diagnosis by direct examination, i used to give local anti-fungal creams / low potency steroid creams along with anti histamines to relieve itching, depending on the condition. Your doctor will guide you. Meanwhile, keep the are clean and dry to avoid progression and secondary infection
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK, Pediatrician
I assume it is not painful or tender (which needs immediate evaluation and treatment). The possibilities are- fungal infection (tinea cruris), allergic reaction to some irritants. In such cases, after confirming the diagnosis by direct examination, i used to give local anti-fungal creams / low potency steroid creams along with anti histamines to relieve itching, depending on the condition. Your doctor will guide you. Meanwhile, keep the are clean and dry to avoid progression and secondary infection
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK, Pediatrician
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