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What Causes Itching Around The Tailbone And Buttocks?
Top of my butt crack itching profusely for the last few days right where it meets my tailbone? And at this point I m going crazy no matter what I do it won t go away... please help me.. I scratch it then it gets worse not better I m at a loss currently still itching now skin is not dry but as soon as I while the area with water and dry it off it feels good for a few minutes then comes back slightly wet even after drying the area... please help me understand what I m feeling here ?
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Wed, 8 Feb 2017
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Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to a yeast infection.
I recommend using an antifungal cream for local application.
I also recommend using antifungal oral medication such as Fluconazole.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to a yeast infection.
I recommend using an antifungal cream for local application.
I also recommend using antifungal oral medication such as Fluconazole.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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