Suggest Treatment For Dry Flaky Itchy Skin On Buttocks

Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2014

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Wed, 13 Aug 2014 Answered on

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Question : I have a patch of dry flaky itchy skin on one cheek of my buttocks. What is it and how do I treat it

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
could be fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Welcome to healthcare magic.

I understand from your query that you have a lesion on your buttock.

The possibilities I would consider from your description include a fungal infection called Tinea corporis and nummular eczema.

You have an option to upload a photograph of the lesion. Please use that option so that I can assess better and suggest appropriate treatment.

Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

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