I have issues with groin skin area for many years, always diagnosed as tinea cruris or tinea. Used fluka and terbinafine many times with minimal or no improvement. Also used many creams including ketoconazole, terbinafine, clotrimazole and castor nf cream, mostly from previous rx, currently noticing that in addition to inner thighs scrotal skin has become red and had some burning sensation. Skin of inner thighs feels very fragile and thin. Now only using physio ai lotion with mild benefit, but problem increasing once stopping. Can you suggest any remedy/medication to improve skin consistency and to avoid future infection.

Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomeopathy Doctor26yrs exp

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The condition most often occurs when people wear tight-fitting clothing that traps in moisture. Wash the affected skin two to three times a day. Keep the affected area dry. Avoid excess affected skin irritation by wearing 100% cotton underwear. Avoid fabric softeners, bleaches, or harsh laundry detergents. Wash your workout clothes, underwear, socks, and towels after each use. Keep your affected area, inner thighs, and buttocks clean and dry, especially after you exercise and shower. After showering or bathing, dry the irritated affected area by gently patting it with a towel. Be sure to dry your skin thoroughly. Mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in two cups of warm water. Wash the infected area with this solution and allow it to dry on its own. Another option is to apply a mixture of equal parts of white vinegar and coconut oil on the affected skin. Like hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol can help kill off the fungus that's on the surface level of the skin. You can apply it directly to the affected area Listerine: It has antiseptic, antifungal and antibacterial properties, which help treat skin problem Here are some tips to help you manage the infection: Avoid using oily skin products. Reduce your exposure to the sun. Exposure to the sun may trigger or worsen an episode, and a tan makes the rash more visible. Do not wear tight clothing. Wear breathable fabrics, such as cotton, to decrease sweating. 

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