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A member asked:
Is a yeast infection and fungal same thing i feel itching and pain in my groin spreading to ass is ok till i apply antifungal powder.from 2 month?
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Yes: Yeast and fungus is the same. Antifungal powder should be fine to use. Keep area clean and dry. If not better in 5-7 days or if it gets worse then see a doctor
Answered 12/21/2015
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