A member asked:

9yr old son has had rash n cuts near anis. have tried vasoline, neosporine, desitin, (zinc oxide diaper cream) hydrocortisone, preporationh, lotrimin. nothing has worked. help?

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Rash: He needs to be evaluated by his pediatrician or family doctor. Instead of trying so many things see what is wrong.

Answered 9/18/2012

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Dr. Lourdes margarita Landron-garcia answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Oral medication : Possible is needed a oral anti fungal . Lab test for ti check liver enzimes first. Some times before to recommended anything i will recommending to see a dermatology to found out more. I have many patients with similar problem and with lotrisome cream , plus salicilic can resolve with our to take anti fungal oral medication. Also check atopic dermatitis.

Answered 11/1/2013

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