Suggest Treatment For Red Rashes On The Buttocks

Posted on Sun, 29 Jan 2017

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Question : I got a Red rash like appearance inside my upper buttcheeks it sore a bit when I put pressure on it. it's really annoying and I don't know what this could be how do I get rid of it?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
You might have developed fungal infection.
But crack area is prone to develop such infections.
I treat such cases with a combination of oral and topical antifungal medication.
A combination of oral fluconazole 150 mg per week for 4 weeks and ointment clotrimazole to be applied twice daily for the same duration works well.
It is safe and effective.
You might require a prescription from a doctor.
Ask your nearest chemist if it is available over the counter.
Take an antihistamine tablet like cetrizine if there is itch.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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