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  • 36 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm dealing with tinea cruris for some time now and it's been really tough. I'm supposed to use seriva for it, but I'm unsure how many times a day I should be applying it. Could you help me out with this? It's been a real struggle.

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Apply it twice in a day morning and night and most importantly maintain personal hygiene

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Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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