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How Can Tinea Cruris Be Treated?
Question: I'm 62 yrs. old. Pretty fit usually no complaints. At first I thought it was just jock rash. I sprayed over a period of time 3 or so cans of over the counter jock spray. I stopped and it felt a bit better. I didn't want to over due it w/ more spray. Now I feel some tenderness still there and now also in the penis area and also as if my balls have fallen lower. I don't know if it's pychosymatic or what. Do you have any suggestions.
Brief Answer:
Advice to follow up with a dermatologist to confirm diagnosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank You for the query at HealthcareMagic,
It takes 2-4 weeks to clear up jock itch with topical antifungal treatments.
I would recommend re-evaluation of diagnosis since you have been having the symptoms for some time.
Other conditions like eczema, psoriasis etc. can also present like jock itch.
Confirmation of diagnosis requires a physical examination and microscopic evaluation of skin scrapings.
Please be advised to follow up with a dermatologist/ primary care provider for further management.
Meanwhile, keep the area clean and dry, wear loose-fitting cotton underwear and use Lotrimin ointment (since Tinactin does not seem to be working for you).
Hope I was able to help you
Please feel free to address any further queries here
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
Advice to follow up with a dermatologist to confirm diagnosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank You for the query at HealthcareMagic,
It takes 2-4 weeks to clear up jock itch with topical antifungal treatments.
I would recommend re-evaluation of diagnosis since you have been having the symptoms for some time.
Other conditions like eczema, psoriasis etc. can also present like jock itch.
Confirmation of diagnosis requires a physical examination and microscopic evaluation of skin scrapings.
Please be advised to follow up with a dermatologist/ primary care provider for further management.
Meanwhile, keep the area clean and dry, wear loose-fitting cotton underwear and use Lotrimin ointment (since Tinactin does not seem to be working for you).
Hope I was able to help you
Please feel free to address any further queries here
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
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