- Male
- 17 Years
- 07/02/2025
I'm dealing with jock itch that originally cleared up with miconazole cream, but now it's left me with these annoying dark patches. The issue is whenever I sweat, the jock itch seems to flare up again. The dark patches turn red and swollen. What can I do to keep this from happening all the time? It's really frustrating.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
That could be Fungal infection it needs oral and topical antifungals, visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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