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What Are The Suggestions For Itching In Groin Area?

The last several days I've had intense itching in my groin area. This morning I was examining the area and noticed a mass at the base of my penis on the left side, under the skin. It's oblong and semi-hard. I'm married and have sex approximately once a week. Ideas
Wed, 14 May 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to:
1. Ringworm (tinea) infection
2. Contact dermatitis
3. Urticaria
The mass can be attributed to enlarged lymph node, secondary to the infection/ inflammation.

Management involves:
1. Application of Calamine lotion for symptomatic relief.
2. Intake of antihistamine preparations like Allegra
3. Application of topical steroid & antifungal ointment like Clotrimazole.
4. Antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infection.
5. Keep the area clean & dry.
6. Avoid wearing tight under garments & trousers, as they will cause sweat formation & predispose to further infections.

If symptoms still persist, kindly visit a Dermatologist & get a proper clinical examination done to find the exact cause.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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What Are The Suggestions For Itching In Groin Area?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to: 1. Ringworm (tinea) infection 2. Contact dermatitis 3. Urticaria The mass can be attributed to enlarged lymph node, secondary to the infection/ inflammation. Management involves: 1. Application of Calamine lotion for symptomatic relief. 2. Intake of antihistamine preparations like Allegra 3. Application of topical steroid & antifungal ointment like Clotrimazole. 4. Antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infection. 5. Keep the area clean & dry. 6. Avoid wearing tight under garments & trousers, as they will cause sweat formation & predispose to further infections. If symptoms still persist, kindly visit a Dermatologist & get a proper clinical examination done to find the exact cause. Wishing you a good health. Take care.