I have had persistent itching in my private area for six months, and treatments like TAF-GM and Luliconazole cream 1% w/w have not worked. What alternative medication or treatment should I use?

Six months of persistent itching that hasn't responded to antifungals (Luliconazole) or steroid (TAF-GM) creams suggests the cause might not be a simple fungal infection. Prolonged use of steroid creams can actually worsen itching by thinning the skin. I recommend stopping these medicated creams. For temporary relief, you can use a mild zinc oxide barrier cream and take an oral antihistamine like cetirizine to reduce itching. Keep the area clean, dry, and wear loose cotton clothing. Please consult a dermatologist or gynaecologist for a proper physical exam and potential skin swab. This will help identify the exact cause, such as contact dermatitis or a non-fungal issue, so you can receive the correct targeted treatment.

I have an itchy rash with small red swellings on my penis. I used TAF GM cream, but the symptoms returned after one week. What is the correct medication or permanent treatment to cure this and prevent it from recurring?

This is a common and highly treatable condition, likely balanitis (inflammation of the glans). The TAF GM cream you used contains a strong steroid, which temporarily reduces swelling but can cause symptoms to rebound or worsen infections once stopped. Please stop using it. To cure this permanently, a doctor should examine you to identify the exact cause (usually fungal or allergic). Treatment typically involves targeted generic creams, like clotrimazole, rather than combination steroid creams. For prevention: wash daily with warm water only (avoid harsh soaps), dry the area thoroughly but gently, and wear loose cotton underwear. Please consult a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and prescription.