I had a fungal infection for lat 20 days. I visited doctor. First he prescribed mupirocin and miconazole 1: 1 for 10 days but it won't work then he change to terbinafine hydro chloride cream. I am using for last 7 days but it is not working. Please suggest me.
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Hello hope you are keeping safe 1) I understand your concern, fungal infections / tinea can be stubborn to certain treatment. Kindly provide with a photo of the lesion, for me to guide you properly through it. Often the lesions are resistant to topical medication and would respond when oral antifungal medications are started and would heal from 2-4 weeks. 2) you can also use ketoconazole anti fungal soap for wash and antihistamines like cetrizine to help you relieve with the itching. 3)also follow some measures like - keep area always dry - use only dry clothes - iron your clothes before use to kill the fungal molds - do not share your personal belongings - maintain a good genital hygiene hope your query is cleared thank you and take care.
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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, do not wear tight clothing. Wear breathable fabrics, such as cotton, to decrease sweating. For this homeopathic treatment is very effective for more details you can consult me.
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treatment depends on the severity...Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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