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What Causes Discoloration Of Skin On Legs?

Hi Doctor. Im researching on discolouration of skin on the skin on the part where your leg is joint to your private part/ crotch area. My partner has had it for a while now but it s getting us worried because it s spreading now. what can it be? how can it be treated?
Thu, 8 Jan 2015
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Hi,

Due to friction of skin, with your leg and private part/crotch area, there might be discoloration over there. There can be fungal infection also. Physical exam confirms it and antifungals like clotrimazole with combination of low potent topical steroid works fine for it.

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What Causes Discoloration Of Skin On Legs?

Hi, Due to friction of skin, with your leg and private part/crotch area, there might be discoloration over there. There can be fungal infection also. Physical exam confirms it and antifungals like clotrimazole with combination of low potent topical steroid works fine for it. Hope it helps!