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Suggest Treatment For Rash On The Rectum
I had a rash on my rectum and perianal. I got an antifungal and a 6 day steroid pack. I am on my 1 refill of the anti fungal and the rash is almost entirely gone. But heres the problem. It doesnt burn anymore but it itches like mad now. All the skin from the rash did peel off and someone told me that it itches while it is healing. Is this true?
Fri, 3 Jun 2016
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This is not the case, itching does not necessarily indicate healing.
Fungal infections can sometimes be itchy. You may want to consider applying a mild topical steroid cream to the area to decrease the itching.
The use of an oral antihistamine can also be considered to help decrease the itching.
I hope this helps
This is not the case, itching does not necessarily indicate healing.
Fungal infections can sometimes be itchy. You may want to consider applying a mild topical steroid cream to the area to decrease the itching.
The use of an oral antihistamine can also be considered to help decrease the itching.
I hope this helps
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