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How To Treat Itching Around The Genitals?

Hi, I'm a 24 year old male now. I have an itch around my genitals where my scrotal sack meets my left leg (as well as on the right side). For over ten years, I've had to use an anti-bacterial cream for it to keep away the itch and the bad smell that comes with it. When I don't use the cream, the area looks like the skin is peeling off, it itches and it smells. The condition has recently come back and isn't going away quickly even though I'm using the cream. What condition is this and what can I do to get rid of it? I really need some help. Thanks!
Sat, 28 Jul 2018
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

It seems that probably you may be having Tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes. Poor hygiene and poor immunity might precipitate the condition. Antifungal and antihistaminics may be taken. Apply Antifungal cream. Keep the area dry. Cleanse the area with antiseptic like dettol liquids.

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How To Treat Itching Around The Genitals?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It seems that probably you may be having Tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes. Poor hygiene and poor immunity might precipitate the condition. Antifungal and antihistaminics may be taken. Apply Antifungal cream. Keep the area dry. Cleanse the area with antiseptic like dettol liquids. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.