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Hi im a 32 yr old male.im suffering from itchy flaky skin around my pubic hair area.what could it be?

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Dr. Shirlene Moten answered

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Jock Itch!: It sounds as if what you could have is jock itch, a type of fungal infection. It can also be a yeast infection, albeit less likely. Both are esily treated. Your physician can determine which and you should see them for treatment.

Answered 4/21/2016

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A member asked:

Hi im a 32 yr old male.im suffering from itchy flaky skin around my pubic hair area.what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shirlene Moten answered

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