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I have a rash around my genitals, redness, raised, itching, odor, im just wondering what it could be and how to treat it?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Rash: A fungal infection would be possible. Initiating an over-the-counter antifungal cream would be safe and likely effective.

Dr Tomsky Corvalan and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2019

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Possible fungal rash: I suggest anti-fungal cream mixed with a pea sized drop of 10% hydrocortisone cream: both available at the Dollar store. Do not apply with fingers- use gloves or Q-tips. generic "athlete's foot" antifungal medicines are miconazole or terconazole: both available OTC.ffest a use of both anti-funga; I stock up on generic creams ( antifungal and hydrocortisone-10% and apply a thin film 3 times daily:

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/18/2019

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A member asked:

I have a rash around my genitals, redness, raised, itching, odor, im just wondering what it could be and how to treat it?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Tomsky Corvalan and another doctor agreed

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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