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Rashes or fungal infection in getal area

Asked for patient, 31 years Asked 4 Months ago

I have rashes and fungal infection in genetal area i want a proper treatement as ut itches so much that its unbearable atyms and even m pregnent so what sgould i do

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Ayurveda Alternative Medicine
Pune
Consult
Please book your appointment on the number
Answered 4 Months ago
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Dr. kashish Choudhary
Homeopathy
Jammu
Consult
Hii! Firstly I recommend to maintain proper hygiene, changing your undergarments every single day and and keeping that area dry and clean. For the treatment, you can book your consultation.
Answered 4 Months ago
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Obstetricians and Gynecologists Gynecology
Gurugram
Consult
Tab Fluka 150 mg once daily for 3 days Candid B cream twice daily for local application
Answered 4 Months ago
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Dr. Geetika Pahuja
Ayurveda
Faridabad
Consult
Hi, please book a video consultation so that i could see to prescribe medicines for it. Please book consultation online or at
Answered 4 Months ago
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Dr. A Amin
Homeopathy
Kolkata
Consult
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Answered 4 Months ago
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Dr. Athullya A S
Homeopathy
Wayanad
Consult
book appointment on
Answered 4 Months ago
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Dr. Jyothi Kadkol
Homeopathy Alternative Medicine Cosmetologist
Vijayapura
Consult
Itching and rash in the genital area during pregnancy is quite common, but it should not be ignored, especially if the itching is severe or becoming unbearable. During pregnancy, hormonal changes, sweating, increased moisture, lowered local immunity, diabetes tendency, or vaginal infections can increase the chances of fungal infection and skin irritation. Common causes may include: • fungal infection (yeast infection/candidiasis), • heat rash or sweat rash, • allergic reaction to soaps/pads/undergarments, • vaginal infection, • increased discharge causing irritation, • diabetes-related fungal infection, • eczema or dermatitis. Typical fungal infection symptoms include: • intense itching, • redness, • white flaky rash, • burning sensation, • moisture in skin folds, • discomfort while walking or urinating, • whitish vaginal discharge in some cases. Since you are pregnant, self-medication should be avoided, especially steroid creams or random antifungal combinations without medical advice. Please follow these precautions immediately: • keep the area clean and dry, • avoid tight synthetic undergarments, • wear loose cotton clothing, • avoid scratching as much as possible, • avoid scented soaps/intimate washes, • change undergarments frequently if sweating, • avoid excessive sugar/junk food if possible, • maintain good hydration. You should consult a gynecologist or dermatologist because during pregnancy the treatment has to be selected carefully and safely. Usually, fungal infections in pregnancy can be treated safely with pregnancy-compatible topical medicines prescribed by a doctor. Please seek medical evaluation earlier if: • rash is spreading rapidly, • there is severe redness/swelling, • pain or burning while urinating, • foul-smelling discharge, • fever, • ulcers/blisters, • bleeding, • or uncontrolled diabetes. Regarding homeopathy, some pregnant women do seek supportive homeopathic treatment for recurrent fungal tendency, itching, and skin sensitivity, but medicines during pregnancy should only be taken under proper supervision after detailed evaluation. Since itching is severe in your case, proper examination is important rather than trying random over-the-counter creams. Most fungal infections improve well with correct treatment and hygiene care, so please do not worry excessively.
Answered 3 Months ago
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Obstetricians and Gynecologists Gynecology
Tiswadi
Consult
Is there a vaginal discharge? How many months pregnant you are?
Answered 3 Months ago
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Ayurveda
Bhopal
Consult
Since you are pregnant and the itching is severe, please do not self-medicate, especially with oral antifungal medicines. You should be examined by a gynecologist to confirm whether this is candidiasis or another vaginal/skin infection. If candidiasis is confirmed, topical azole treatment for 7 days is the recommended approach during pregnancy; oral fluconazole should be avoided in pregnancy.
Answered 1 Month ago
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Dr. Prachi Patel
Dermatology
Mumbai
Consult
There are certain treatment option for fungal infection which are safe during pregnancy. Visit your dermatologist or book a video consultation
Answered 30 Days ago
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