HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Strange Odour From Genital Area?

default
Posted on Tue, 12 Apr 2016
Question: foul smell from my genital parts n thighs....skin comes out like black particulars when I itch....
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
possibility of fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I have read your question and i have noted your concern

You seem to have a fungal infection of inner thighs.

Have you tried an antifungal cream?
I also suggest you to kindly upload an image so that i am able to guide you better.

Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
default
Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (21 hours later)
am using calamine lotion frm 2 weeks now it's fine but if I stop using again it wil be same....my penis tip skin is litl diffrnt I thnk so wat is that....?in pics actually it's not clear but surroundings of thigh becam black....
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Fungal infection in groin; Oral and topical antifungal for 4 weeks

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

I have reviewed the Images. You definitely seem to have a fungal infection in groin folds. Calamine is a soothing lotion would only provide symptomatic relief with curing it. It is not a treatment for fungal infection.
If I was the treating doctor I would suggest a course of an Oral antifungal e.g fluconazole tablet, once weekly for 4-6 weeks. In addition I would suggest you to apply a topical antifungal e.g clotrimazole 1% + beclomethasone dipropionate 0.025% cream(Clotrin-b cream), twice daily for a 4 week period.
You may take a tablet of cetrizine 10 mg once daily in evening for symptomatic relief from itching.
These are all prescription drugs and I suggest that you use them under supervision and guidance of your local doctor.
General measures would include bathing twice daily, specially in hot and humid weather and wearing loose fitting trousers and cotton undergarments.

The condition on penis is a 'dorsal penile frenulum' which is a very rare condition but easily remediable.
The frenulum needs to be severed surgically by a minor procedure. I suggest you to visit a surgeon in your region for the needful.

Regards
Good luck
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Kakkar

Dermatologist

Practicing since :2002

Answered : 9612 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
What Causes Strange Odour From Genital Area?

Brief Answer: possibility of fungal infection Detailed Answer: Hello. Thank you for writing to us I have read your question and i have noted your concern You seem to have a fungal infection of inner thighs. Have you tried an antifungal cream? I also suggest you to kindly upload an image so that i am able to guide you better. Regards