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I have a bacterial groin infection and nothing seems to be getting rid of it harp cortisol antibiotic cream an over it please can you help?

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Groin infection: It may not be bacterial. Most likely it is fungal infection. You need antifungal cream. Cortisol could worsen it. You should see a dermatologist.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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