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Ive recently starting itching on the thighs especially when its hot and at night. i have used cetirizine and promethazine tablets but they didnt help. i then got a depomedrol and promethazine shot but its still the same. what can i do?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Skin yeast: Itching in warm moist areas of the body can often be caused by a yeast infection. These can be itchy and uncomfortable. Try using OTC miconazole cream or ointment preparations to reduce the yeast and take appropriate measures to keep the area dry.

Answered 3/24/2022

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