Suggest Treatment For Itching In The Navel

Posted on Sun, 26 Feb 2017

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Sun, 26 Feb 2017 Answered on

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Question : I have a red ring around my belly button very itchy

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Possiblility of fungal Infection. Kindly upload an image

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone tgrough your query and I have noted your concern.
You could possibly be having fungal infection i.e tinea corporis. I would suggest a topical antifungal e.g clotrimazole 1% cream,2x daily. It is available over the counter. I would be able to guide you better if you could upload an image in "Reports Section".

Regards

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