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Suggest Treatment For Redness And Itching In The Perineum

I have a problem with redness and itchyness in the area of my perineum. Scratching makes it painful. It almost seems that small tears are appearing in the said area. I0m a 20 yr old female, and a virgin. Could it be some kind of yeast infection or an STD?
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
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Probably you are suffering from ringworm infection.
Advice
1.     Apply antifungal cream containing clotrimazole, steroid and antibiotic such as Lobate GM cream thrice daily for 15 days
2.     Fluconazole 50 mg daily per oral for 7 days
3.     Keep your perineal area clean and dry
4.     Wear loose cotton undergarment
5.     You can use fluconazole dusting powder also
6.     Do not scratch
7.     Take high protein diet such as eggs and cheese to boost immunity
Consult a dermatologist if you are not getting relief from these measures
Thanks
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Suggest Treatment For Redness And Itching In The Perineum

Probably you are suffering from ringworm infection. Advice 1. Apply antifungal cream containing clotrimazole, steroid and antibiotic such as Lobate GM cream thrice daily for 15 days 2. Fluconazole 50 mg daily per oral for 7 days 3. Keep your perineal area clean and dry 4. Wear loose cotton undergarment 5. You can use fluconazole dusting powder also 6. Do not scratch 7. Take high protein diet such as eggs and cheese to boost immunity Consult a dermatologist if you are not getting relief from these measures Thanks