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What Causes Itchy Circular Lesions On Thigh?
Question: Hi.. My mom has two smooth circles side by side on her upper thigh.. They itch.. And they are purple in color...
Brief Answer:
It can be most likely Fungal infection - Tinea corporis.
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone through our query. Your mother's problem can be most likely fungal infection- Tinea corporis. If you send a picture of it then it will be more helpful. Using hydrocortisone alone can worsen this. For this you can use antifungal ointments like miconazole (daktarin) or Terinafine (Lamisil) for local application. These are available over the counter.
Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
It can be most likely Fungal infection - Tinea corporis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for asking HCM
I have gone through our query. Your mother's problem can be most likely fungal infection- Tinea corporis. If you send a picture of it then it will be more helpful. Using hydrocortisone alone can worsen this. For this you can use antifungal ointments like miconazole (daktarin) or Terinafine (Lamisil) for local application. These are available over the counter.
Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
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