Suggest Treatment For Fungal Infections In Belly Folds

Posted on Mon, 21 Apr 2014

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Question : I am so appreciative. Thankyou. I lost 200lbs great however I have flabby belly which causes me to develope awful fungus. What can I do to prevent this? I bathe daily XXXXXXX YYYY@YYYY .

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Clotrimazole powder Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for the query, The area of belly folds is very moist and is prone to develop fungal infections. Treatment can be with oral antifungals as well as with topical anti fungals. Various anti fungal powders like clotrimazole dusting powder are available. These can help reduce the moisture as well as control the infection. Please dont use any steroid, it can worsen your condition. If possible upload a photograph of the affected area. This will help me in assessing your condition better Let me know if you have any other doubt. Wishing you good health, Thank you

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