What Causes Spots On The Groin As Per The Attached Images?

Posted on Fri, 27 Oct 2017

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Question : Hello

Last week i had spots on my groin and my doctor gave me anti fungal cream. Now i have more spots

Is it the same or it can be an std ?

Pics attached

Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (46 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Folliculitis. Use a topical antibacterial

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you.
I am Dr. kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern and viewed the image.

I think these spots are folliculitis (bacterial skin infection) rather than fungal infection or an STDs. I suggest you to use a topical antibacterial e.g Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin ointment, twice daily.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (29 hours later)

Hello again Dr

My soot is bigger and clearer today despite putting anti bacterial cream on it

I attach a new pic

Should i continue ?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Folliculitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

Yes, certainly you should continue with the topical antibiotic. The folliculitis has formed pus point which may rupture. Let it discharge. Just continue with the antibiotic cream.

Regards

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