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Cuts In Deep Folds Of Groin, Very Small And Red. Will It Heal Naturally?

I ve been having these weird breaks or cuts in the skin, deep in the folds of my groin area, way between where my legs meet my groin. When I get them, usually only one appears, then they heal . They are small, like a centimeter or two, and red. When I inspect them really close, it looks as if the skin there is torn. I wouldn t have even noticed it, except when I m taking a shower and wash down there, it stings for a few seconds when the soap hits it.
posted on Fri, 15 Mar 2013
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hi..thanks for you query.

There are several possibilities that can happen in the above scenario.You may be getting Candidial intertrigo due to maceration of skin .There is a possibility of a contact dermatitis due to soap/ any other material coming in contact with the area.Any tight and occlusive underwear or trousers /clothing may cause the same due to friction.
To avoid the same , try out the following:
-Use loose fitted clothes always.In case you sweat profusely, you should be able to change inner wear -3 times a day.
- Avoid soaps in the same area
- Always keep it dry. You can put ant anti-fungal powder after you take bath etc.

If they still persist, please visit a dermatologist to get an opinion on the same.
Hope this is helpful.Take care!
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Cuts In Deep Folds Of Groin, Very Small And Red. Will It Heal Naturally?

hi..thanks for you query. There are several possibilities that can happen in the above scenario.You may be getting Candidial intertrigo due to maceration of skin .There is a possibility of a contact dermatitis due to soap/ any other material coming in contact with the area.Any tight and occlusive underwear or trousers /clothing may cause the same due to friction. To avoid the same , try out the following: -Use loose fitted clothes always.In case you sweat profusely, you should be able to change inner wear -3 times a day. - Avoid soaps in the same area - Always keep it dry. You can put ant anti-fungal powder after you take bath etc. If they still persist, please visit a dermatologist to get an opinion on the same. Hope this is helpful.Take care!