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Hi, I ve just started experiencing an itching sensation in my upper left thigh 2 days ago. At first I thought I got bit then realized there were no signs of bites. When I scratch it, it feels better for a few moments. Its more like a pins and needles feeling now.
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Although it is always better to see a dermatologist or even a primary care doctor as he or she can physically examine so far as a skin condition is concerned. Anyways your description of symptoms suggests that most probably this is a fungal infection. An Over-the-counter (OTC) anti-fungal and steroid cream should be sufficient if applied locally 2-3 times for a couple of days.
I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Regards, Dr. Prabhash Verma
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What Causes Itching Sensation In The Left Thigh?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Although it is always better to see a dermatologist or even a primary care doctor as he or she can physically examine so far as a skin condition is concerned. Anyways your description of symptoms suggests that most probably this is a fungal infection. An Over-the-counter (OTC) anti-fungal and steroid cream should be sufficient if applied locally 2-3 times for a couple of days. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Regards, Dr. Prabhash Verma