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What Causes Scrotum And Thighs To Be Itchy?

hi im a 22 year old male and ive noticed that scrotum and inner thighs have become rather itchy the past few weeks. i noticed that on my inner thigh has some dry pathes of skin around my pubic hair have occured (mild crusty hair follicle)...im hoping this is not the tale tale sighs of herpes ( i never noticed an raised pus bumps) not sure what's going on? i do trim my groin area at times? could that be why???
Tue, 3 Oct 2017
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it might be fungal infection.apply clotrimazole ointment in the area.you can use calamine lotion to reduce itching.avoid wearing tight innerwear.if it doesn't improve kindly consult your dermatologist.
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What Causes Scrotum And Thighs To Be Itchy?

it might be fungal infection.apply clotrimazole ointment in the area.you can use calamine lotion to reduce itching.avoid wearing tight innerwear.if it doesn t improve kindly consult your dermatologist.