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What Causes Itchy Sores On Hips?

Hi, my 8 year old daughter has itchy sores on her butt and inside the crack, about 3-4 sores in total. One had come to a head and seems to be healing when the others popped up. They are very itchy. What could this be? Do I need to take her to a doctor?
Mon, 13 Oct 2014
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Pediatrician, Pulmonology 's  Response
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
These could be fungal infection or bacterial or allergic dermatitis.
Send us some pictures to help us answer more.
Cetrizine syrup can be given 6 ml at night to control itching temporarily


Wishing your child good health
Regards
DR Arun
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What Causes Itchy Sores On Hips?

Hi Thanks for writing to us. These could be fungal infection or bacterial or allergic dermatitis. Send us some pictures to help us answer more. Cetrizine syrup can be given 6 ml at night to control itching temporarily Wishing your child good health Regards DR Arun