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A member asked:

I've been having a skin problem in my buttocks region. i noticed when the top was itchy (inside crack). i looked and it was red/open. seem to spread

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Yeast infection: Sounds like you might have a yeast infection (aka "Jock itch") in your buttocks area Try keeping the area dry, and try an over the counter cream such as lotrimin cream (clotrimazole) If it doesn't help in a few days, you should have a doctor take a look at it

Answered 9/21/2020

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