Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How To Treat Dark Discoluration Around The Genitals?
Well I'm male, 16 years old and haven't been sexually active however I have a dark discoloration of skin around my genitals, to be more specific it's on the side of my thigh and it goes up onto the sides and even down on my butt a little and specifically in the crack.. It also itches a lot, pretty much every night. I used to get jock itch a lot and still do so I don't know if that has anything to do with it however I've had this for a few months now. Any idea what it could be and how to cure it or get the discoloration to go away? Any help would be appreciated, thank you.
Tue, 16 Sep 2014
Hi,
Thanks for writing in.
During puberty and adolescence, there is sudden increase in hormones like testosterone and development of secondary sexual characters in boys. This causes increased deposition of pigment called melanin in the genital areas.
However if there is itching that is along the inner thigh as described by you, then you might be having fungal infection. Please apply antifungal ointment like CANDID-B twice a day. Wash your genitals with warm water twice a day and keep it dry. Wear loose cotton inner wear and avoid itching.
Thanks for writing in.
During puberty and adolescence, there is sudden increase in hormones like testosterone and development of secondary sexual characters in boys. This causes increased deposition of pigment called melanin in the genital areas.
However if there is itching that is along the inner thigh as described by you, then you might be having fungal infection. Please apply antifungal ointment like CANDID-B twice a day. Wash your genitals with warm water twice a day and keep it dry. Wear loose cotton inner wear and avoid itching.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Tinea cruris
Loading Online Doctors....