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How To Treat Intertrigo In Groin Area?

hi, for about 10 years i have suffered from intertrigo in my groin area. i am over weight so as imagined the area does not get much air. I do take measures and i am super clean , wear cotton undies and use drying powders. the condition just fades and flares up one its own accord. I have tried all types of creams ( from doctors) and it just is a temp help. I was wondering if a ultraviolet lamp would help to dry the area? or is there any other way of drying the skin to help it heal?
Wed, 7 Dec 2016
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Hi and welcome. I suggest simply keeping the affected area dry and exposed to the air. You may control oozing with moist compresses of an astringent called Burow's solution. Then air-dry with a hair dryer set on "cool." Shower and dry off thoroughly each day. Keep your skin as dry and cool as you can. Sometimes, short-term use of a topical steroid to reduce inflammation in the area may be required. If the area is also infected, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal or antibiotic cream or ointment. Regards.
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How To Treat Intertrigo In Groin Area?

Hi and welcome. I suggest simply keeping the affected area dry and exposed to the air. You may control oozing with moist compresses of an astringent called Burow s solution. Then air-dry with a hair dryer set on cool. Shower and dry off thoroughly each day. Keep your skin as dry and cool as you can. Sometimes, short-term use of a topical steroid to reduce inflammation in the area may be required. If the area is also infected, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal or antibiotic cream or ointment. Regards.