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Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surge...read more

Ayurveda•Pune
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hello, it's due to fungal infection, take antifungal treatment, keep private parts clean & dry.. best luck
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Homeopath•Sindhudurg
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Ringworm of groin is also known as tinea cruris or jock itch . It causes raised red sores with marked edges. This type of ringworm can spread to the buttocks, Inner thigh and external genitilia. Fungal infections of skin are the most common of all and are effectively treated with homoeopathy. This disease is more common in hot and moist weather and is more frequently seen in people who keep their feet enclosed in shoes or socks most of the time, (Athlete’s foot).
It has been a widely acknow...more
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MD, BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Mumbai
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There are many kinds of infections that may afflict the body from time to time. While some of them may be dormant conditions that flare up due to environmental factors, there may be others that may occur due to a change in season as well as other causes, including interaction with a carrier of the same infection.

A fungal infection is usually caused by the growth and accumulation of the harmful fungi in a particular part of the body or organ of the body. These kinds of infections may be...more
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MBBS, DNB (Dermatology)

Dermatologist•Mumbai
1. Hygiene is important to keep fungal infection at bay. Take bath twice and change your inner garments too. 2. Keep your private area clean and dry. Fungal infection is contagious, one should avoid sharing towels, handkerchief, and inner garments with 3. Use pure cotton clothes as cotton tends to absorb moisture, keeping your body dry. Synthetic fibers tend to cause fungal infection. 4. Wear loose fitting clothes so that air circulation is proper in groin areas and axillae. 5.Never keep your sk...more
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MBBS, DNB (Dermatology)

Dermatologist•Mumbai
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Fungal infection tends to affect folds of the skin, moist areas like groins, armpits, mouth, genitals, under the breasts, webs between fingers and toes, etc. Our skin protects us from fungal/yeast attack, but any cut or break in the continuity of the skin can allow penetration of fungus. It gives rise to rash, eruptions, redness, burning, intolerable itching and abnormal discharges at times. Fungal infection tends to last for many years if not treated well. It is also contagious. You can apply a...more
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MBBS, MD - Dermatology , Venereology & L...read more

Dermatologist•Bangalore
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Nail fungus is a very common problem. Symptoms include inflammation, swelling, yellowing, thickening or crumbling of the nail. It is usually not painful, unless the infection spreads. If left untreated, nail fungus can cause cracking, splitting and even complete loss of the nail. The good news is that nail fungus is curable and can be treated very easily. There are many specialized treatments required for bringing quickest recovery. Most people think that medications are the only solution in thi...more
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MBBS, DNB (General Medicine)

General Physician•Delhi
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Diabetes is a serious disease, but if properly managed is not life threatening. Diabetes can be explained as the body s inability to regulate insulin production. This leads to fluctuations in blood sugar levels. This disease affects every part of the body including the skin. For some people, a rash is among the first few symptoms of diabetes. Most diabetic patients suffer from a skin condition at some point or the other. Here are a few common skin ailments that affect diabetic patients.

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General Physician•Jalgaon
Please Apply Aloe Vera gel by Patanjali Twice a day regularly Read instructions on pack Take Tab perfactil 30 1.
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BHMS, DI Hom (London)

Homeopathy Doctor•Varanasi
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Skin rashes can be of many kinds. These may be due to various improper body system. Thankfully, homeopathy has many solutions for the plethora of causative factors for skin rashes. These remedies aim at treating the underlying cause of the affecting ailment. Any skin change that affects the look, colour or texture can be termed as a rash. Rashes might or might not have any accompanying pain. They may be spread all over the body or may affect any one part and be localised. It might affect the bod...more
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CCEBDM, PG Diploma In Clinical Cardiolog...read more

General Physician•Ghaziabad
1.Keep the area clean and dry. 2.change under garments and socks daily.
3. Do not Wear tight clothes. Wear loose-fitting cotton under garments.
4. Wash clothes with hot water 5. Change linen daily
6. Do not apply any soap, cream,powder, oil to the area
7.do not share towels. Sheets and clothes.
8.do not scratch the rash, as this may spread the fungus to other areas of your body.
9. Use medicine for a longer period
10. Put on cotton under garments and keep area clean a...more
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