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What Causes Wrinkled Skin Between The Legs?

The skin near the groin area, between the legs is wrinkled, dry and hard to feel when I touch it. I am currently having pityriasis rosea on the upper body. Has this got something to do with the wrinkled and rough skin in between the legs. Also since last 3 days I have observed white flaky skin patches on the genitals as well.
Tue, 26 Mar 2019
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Hello,

You have a history of Pityriasis rosea, it may be related to viral infections(herpes).
1. Wrinkled skin between the legs near the groin area can be due to a skin disorder called Acanthosis Nigricans. The cause is elevated insulin levels.
2. Medical conditions like thyroid & pituitary disorders or sometimes Addison's disease can cause it.

You are suggested to visit a dermatologist & get physically examined. Get all the required blood tests, STI tests, X-Ray & biopsy done to detect the severity of the disease. You may need antivirals, antibiotics. If diabetic, get treated for diabetes & maintain blood sugar level to the normal levels.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Wrinkled Skin Between The Legs?

Hello, You have a history of Pityriasis rosea, it may be related to viral infections(herpes). 1. Wrinkled skin between the legs near the groin area can be due to a skin disorder called Acanthosis Nigricans. The cause is elevated insulin levels. 2. Medical conditions like thyroid & pituitary disorders or sometimes Addison s disease can cause it. You are suggested to visit a dermatologist & get physically examined. Get all the required blood tests, STI tests, X-Ray & biopsy done to detect the severity of the disease. You may need antivirals, antibiotics. If diabetic, get treated for diabetes & maintain blood sugar level to the normal levels. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician