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.
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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?
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? | Apollo Pharmacy
