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What Caused Brown Patches In My Groin Area?

Hello. I am a 17-year-old male. I just noticed that an area on my leg where the underwear touches became brown. And it's not just an ordinary brown area, it appears that there is a lighter brown portion at the center. I don't think it's called rashes caused by my underwear. What could have caused this? Please help me.
Mon, 16 Jun 2014
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hello,
Thank you for posting on HCM.

It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris, a kind of fungal infection.

I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required.

Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments.

Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.

Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda
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What Caused Brown Patches In My Groin Area?

Hello, Thank you for posting on HCM. It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris, a kind of fungal infection. I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required. Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments. Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health. Thank you Dr Hardik Pitroda