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a 72 year old with complaints of rash near the gluteal fold on the right side. painful vesicular rash p=onset 2 days ago, no fever but occasional burning and sensitivity at the site. has applied triple antibiotic oint without relief. Widowed for 10 years with a steady boyfriend with whom she became sexually active with recently.. any suggestions?
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It may be STD if there was recent unprotected intercourse so she should be checked for herpes or HPC infections. Other causes include pylonidal sinus or allergy reaction and Nistatin or similar cream may be beneficial.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Wish you good health.
Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein
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What Causes A Rash On The Gluteal Fold Region?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It may be STD if there was recent unprotected intercourse so she should be checked for herpes or HPC infections. Other causes include pylonidal sinus or allergy reaction and Nistatin or similar cream may be beneficial. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Wish you good health. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein