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What Causes Black Discoloration And Itching Around Thigh?

Hi..am 25 years old. For the last 1 year am suffering from itching around the thigh. And the affected area is becoming black and it seems to be spreading. I have tried many creams so far, but it seemed to be prolonging. Could you please suggest abt solutions to get rid of it.
Wed, 4 Jun 2014
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Hello,

I can understand your concern for black discoloration and itching around thigh.

After reading your query it appears to be fungal infection of the area which is known as Tinea cruris.

Due to heat, humidity and moisture there is a tendency for the growth of the fungus. It is also seen in person who are bit obese side. So if you are overweight then it can b one important cause of your condition.

In my patients with your kind of problem I prefer to give both oral and topical antifungal medications.

For oral medications I prefer to give terbinafine and for topical antifungals I prefer to give clotrimazole or ketoconazole ointments or creams.

Do maintain good hygiene to present further infection.

All the best.
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What Causes Black Discoloration And Itching Around Thigh?

Hello, I can understand your concern for black discoloration and itching around thigh. After reading your query it appears to be fungal infection of the area which is known as Tinea cruris. Due to heat, humidity and moisture there is a tendency for the growth of the fungus. It is also seen in person who are bit obese side. So if you are overweight then it can b one important cause of your condition. In my patients with your kind of problem I prefer to give both oral and topical antifungal medications. For oral medications I prefer to give terbinafine and for topical antifungals I prefer to give clotrimazole or ketoconazole ointments or creams. Do maintain good hygiene to present further infection. All the best.