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What are the possible causes of a genital itch that comes frequently? I have tried a couple of antifungal medications which don t alleviate the itch of prevent a reoccurrence. The one thing that cures the itch is 0.5% cortisone cream, but the itch will reocc
Hello dear I understand your concern Recurrent genital itch could be due to chronic fugal infection, contact/allergic dermatitis, lichen palnus. I would suggest to dermatologist and undergo detailed examination, skin biopsy/swab test to confirm the cause. Specific treatment will depend on the cause You can use cortisone cream for short term use Apply vagisil cream Tablet levocetrizine at the bed time Ointment ciclosporin can be used after proper evaluation Wear pure cotton loose inner and change it after the work out. Keep the area clean and dry Wash the genitalia with warm salted water 2-3 times per day Drink plenty of water and eat healthy diet Hope this may help you
Contact HCM for further health query Best regards Dr. Sagar
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What Causes Recurrent Genital Itching Sensation?
Hello dear I understand your concern Recurrent genital itch could be due to chronic fugal infection, contact/allergic dermatitis, lichen palnus. I would suggest to dermatologist and undergo detailed examination, skin biopsy/swab test to confirm the cause. Specific treatment will depend on the cause You can use cortisone cream for short term use Apply vagisil cream Tablet levocetrizine at the bed time Ointment ciclosporin can be used after proper evaluation Wear pure cotton loose inner and change it after the work out. Keep the area clean and dry Wash the genitalia with warm salted water 2-3 times per day Drink plenty of water and eat healthy diet Hope this may help you Contact HCM for further health query Best regards Dr. Sagar