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Went camping and urinated in woods, but had no toilet paper. went to bed as normal, now skin around genitals and anus irritated. how long will it last?

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Keep dry: Would keep area dry and well aerated. Should resolve shortly. Can use some diaper cream or baby powder if you wish but should resolve with good hygiene as well. If not would see PCP

Answered 8/16/2016

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A member asked:

Went camping and urinated in woods, but had no toilet paper. went to bed as normal, now skin around genitals and anus irritated. how long will it last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

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