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What Causes Severe Itching And Dark Skin In The Groin Region?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Aug 2017
Question: I have intense itching and darkened color around my vaginal and buttocks area. I have been applying baby oil and it offers some relief but not sure what to do next.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed fungal infection.
Your description is suggestive of that.
I treat such cases with a topical antifungal cream like clotrimazole to be applied twice daily for a month.
It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter.
You can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.
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What Causes Severe Itching And Dark Skin In The Groin Region?

Brief Answer: Fungal infection Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. Probably you have developed fungal infection. Your description is suggestive of that. I treat such cases with a topical antifungal cream like clotrimazole to be applied twice daily for a month. It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter. You can try this. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.