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  • 24 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I'm dealing with a pretty bad itching all over my body, and it's bothering me quite a bit. A few years ago, I experienced something similar, and it turned out to be scabies. Could this be the same issue again, or is it something else? What should I do about it?

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That could be Fungal infection, maintain personal hygiene and visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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