- Male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm experiencing a lot of itching in my anus and scrotum and it seems like it's dry skin. I'm also noticing some red lines on my thighs. What could be causing this and should I be concerned?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Hydrocortisone 1.. crean is advised twicw daily for 2 weeks is advised, also tab levocetrizine 10 mg orally for 7 days is advised to the patient.
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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