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How To Stop Itching On Neck And Back Of Thighs? Some Relief With Cortisone Cream

Extreme itching on neck I have been treating with over the counter eczema cortisone cream, as well as severe itching on back of thighs. Condition has improved over several months of use of cream but itching still as bad as ever. Am going to see a doctor later today, can t sleep, itching too severe.
Mon, 2 Mar 2020
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hello,

It could be a fungal infection. In that case, you would need a topical and oral antifungal.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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How To Stop Itching On Neck And Back Of Thighs? Some Relief With Cortisone Cream

Hello, It could be a fungal infection. In that case, you would need a topical and oral antifungal. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist