My 21 years old daughter has developed acute skin infection which doctor has told is fungal infection. She has developed fairly large round discolored patches with a clear red rim. The patches are dry but painful if pressed. They are spreading. Each patch is about 2" dia. And they merge together in some areas. Please help and advice. Allopathic treatment has not helped.

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist9yrs exp

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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, dermi5, 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.  

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