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Have Itching And Pimple-like Bumps On Anus And Groin Region. Could It Be Hives?

I have a issue with my groin and anus region. it constantly itches and has for quite some time. I have now noticed a enlarged side of my anus and little pimple like bumps around it. I have also noticed it seems I can't ever get it clean after using the bathroom, and it has a very distinct odor and it usually becomes very damp down there and then proceeds to itch and sometimes severely. what is it? by the way I am 36 years old and married. I have also been breaking out in hives as of late can this also be caused by the first problem?
posted on Mon, 9 Dec 2013
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Tinea cruris, a fungal infection.
Management includes:
1. Keeping the area dry & avoid too much exposure to water or sweat formation.
2. Antihistamine preparations like cetirizine to reduce the itching sensation & provide symptomatic relief.
3. Application of topical antifungal ointment like Clotrimazole to tackle the causative organism.

If symptoms still persist or aggravate further, then it will be better to consult a Dermatologist & get a proper examination done to find out the actual cause.
So that appropriate management steps could be taken.

Also avoid wearing tight undergarments and trousers...as it will cause sweating & predispose to fungal infections.
Wishing you a Good Health.
Take care.
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Have Itching And Pimple-like Bumps On Anus And Groin Region. Could It Be Hives?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Tinea cruris, a fungal infection. Management includes: 1. Keeping the area dry & avoid too much exposure to water or sweat formation. 2. Antihistamine preparations like cetirizine to reduce the itching sensation & provide symptomatic relief. 3. Application of topical antifungal ointment like Clotrimazole to tackle the causative organism. If symptoms still persist or aggravate further, then it will be better to consult a Dermatologist & get a proper examination done to find out the actual cause. So that appropriate management steps could be taken. Also avoid wearing tight undergarments and trousers...as it will cause sweating & predispose to fungal infections. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.