My wife is suffering from ring worms on her private parts. please suggest best medicine to get complete rid of it. Can I send pics of it.

Question

You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs, groin and buttocks area. It is also called jock itch. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets along with creams. Do not use soap over that area. Mistreatment with over the counter Steroid containing creams like fourderm, panderm, quadriderm, hh zole, candid b etc lead to repeated case of recurrence and also side effects due to application. Do not use steroid containing combination creams. Please call me or contact me using online consult option with photos for detailed prescription. Do not delay treatment as it may spread further on your body and also to other people living in the household.

Shaurya Rohatgi · Accepted Answer

You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs, groin and buttocks area. It is also called jock itch. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets along with creams. Do not use soap over that area. Mistreatment with over the counter Steroid containing creams like fourderm, panderm, quadriderm, hh zole, candid b etc lead to repeated case of recurrence and also side effects due to application. Do not use steroid containing combination creams. Please call me or contact me using online consult option with photos for detailed prescription. Do not delay treatment as it may spread further on your body and also to other people living in the household.

Arti Bakori · Answer

Hi lybrate-user, Ringworm are the thin, tiny white parasitic worms that infest your large intestine. They live in the gut for about 5-6 weeks and then die. Female worms lay eggs around the anus before they die. It can easily spread to others in the family. Causes of ringworm Infestation *Ringworm can live for 2 weeks outside the body on things like bed sheets, towels, bathroom surfaces, furniture, toys, etc. And transfer to a person. *Walking barefoot outdoors. *Eating contaminated street foods. *Consuming unwashed fruits and vegetables. *Poor personal hygiene. Signs and Symptoms of ringworm Infestation *Severe itching around the anus. The severity increases at night. Sleep disturbance. *Irritation. *Mild abdominal pain. *Decreased appetite. *Sores around the anus. *Complications like malnutrition, anaemia, and intestinal obstruction. *Management of ringworm Infestation *Include garlic, turmeric, mustard, cumin, pepper, drumstick leaves, papaya, pomegranate and coconut in the diet. *Trim your nails regularly. *wash your hands well with soap solution before having food. *Avoid sweets, chocolates and foods prepared with maida. There are so many Ayurveda medicine for it that gives you completely rid of this. For further details you can online consult and send picture.

Julie Mercy J David Raja · Answer

Use candid B creams which will help you to feel better from the current signs and symptoms which is available in the medical store.