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How Can A Hip Rash With Itching Be Treated?

Hi I have a rash which flaired up up yesterday and is causing me grief. it starts at the left front side of my hip at the waste line and gows all the way to my hip on the other side along my waste line. it goes as far down as the top of my penis area where my pubes are. it was not that itchy but it is starting to get more itchy. there is also some rash under my arm pits but very light and vague.Any help will be great
Mon, 3 Sep 2018
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi,

The rash could be Tinea cruris (fungal infection of groin). Keep the area dry by applying dusting powder. But there are various possible diagnosis. I recommend you to consult your Dermatologist for confirming the diagnosis and for initiating proper treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can A Hip Rash With Itching Be Treated?

Hi, The rash could be Tinea cruris (fungal infection of groin). Keep the area dry by applying dusting powder. But there are various possible diagnosis. I recommend you to consult your Dermatologist for confirming the diagnosis and for initiating proper treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.