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Peeling Of Skin In Thigh Region When Moistened. Using Baby Powder To Keep Dry. Why Did This Happen? How Can This Be Treated?

hi there. the skin on my upper inner thighs and folds near my vagina have started to peel. the sking first went dark and is now peeling when it is dry and it rubs off like dirt wen moistened. the skin underneath is paler and pinkish on my dark skin. it itches sometimes and i use baby powder to keep it dry. what could this be caused by? how can i treat it? please help.
Thu, 12 Jul 2012
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OBGYN 's  Response
hi,
according to ur symptoms u have fungal infection.
the thigh area has the maximum chances of having fungal infection as it is more swaety and doesnt get air most of the time.
u need topical antifungal powder.
u can use candiderma cream and wear loose garments.
try to keep it dry by appling powder most of the time.
byeeeee.
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Peeling Of Skin In Thigh Region When Moistened. Using Baby Powder To Keep Dry. Why Did This Happen? How Can This Be Treated?

hi, according to ur symptoms u have fungal infection. the thigh area has the maximum chances of having fungal infection as it is more swaety and doesnt get air most of the time. u need topical antifungal powder. u can use candiderma cream and wear loose garments. try to keep it dry by appling powder most of the time. byeeeee.