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Suggest Treatment For Itching In The Scrotum

Issue: itching scrotum Presentation: Maddening itch, then enthusiastic scratch, brief weeping with odor, then temporary relief. Relief attempts: Topical off the shelf ointiments. shower and cleaning area provides temporary relief then itching occurs again. Time to repeat event depends on how long active (running, sports) or just extended sitting. HELP!!!
Tue, 6 Oct 2015
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The itching may have been initially due to an allergic reaction or contact irritation of the skin but with the history of an odor and discharge, there is likely a secondary infection present

This infection may be bacterial, fungal or both.

It would be best to see your doctor for assessment and treatment which may include using topical steroid cream along with topical antibiotic or antifungal cream.

You may also need to use a barrier cream to prevent contact of the area with moisture.

Oral treatment may or may not be needed depending on the extent of the infection.

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Suggest Treatment For Itching In The Scrotum

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The itching may have been initially due to an allergic reaction or contact irritation of the skin but with the history of an odor and discharge, there is likely a secondary infection present This infection may be bacterial, fungal or both. It would be best to see your doctor for assessment and treatment which may include using topical steroid cream along with topical antibiotic or antifungal cream. You may also need to use a barrier cream to prevent contact of the area with moisture. Oral treatment may or may not be needed depending on the extent of the infection. I hope this helps