I'm having these irritated sores or bumps, kind of like cysts, near my anus and in the butt crack. They've been there for a week, hurt, sometimes itch, and they release pus. They started as white pimple-like bumps. It gets worse when I sit or if urine gets on them. I noticed them after I shaved and wore dry pads that ended up rubbing against that area a couple of days after shaving. Could this be some kind of diaper rash or something more serious?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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This could be fungal infection u need to evaluate with your Dermatologist and get appropriate treatment with oral antifungal medications and topical lotions,once the infection is resolved your hair fall would come down,I suggest you not to use minoxidil with active fungal infection,above this your personal hygiene care is more important.

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I've been dealing with these fungal rashes on my buttocks that seem to flare up and disappear on their own. Right now, they're really red and painful. What could be causing this, and how can I treat it?

That could be fungal infection,have to take oral and topical antifungals ,visit Dermatologist for appropriate management

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I'm really concerned because I have dandruff and some rashes on my scalp, and my doctor suggested using Kz lotion and CandidB lotion. But I forgot to ask how exactly I should be using both of these together. Could you guide me on how to apply them properly? Should they be used at different times, or can I mix them? I'm a bit unsure and want to make sure I'm doing it right.

Use KZ lotion on your scalpapply it, leave it for 3-5 minutes, and then rinse off. For Candid-B, apply a thin layer only on the rash-affected areas of your scalp, twice daily, unless told otherwise. Keep both away from your eyes, and if irritation happens, let your doctor know.

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I've been prescribed atonide gel for my cracked lips, and I'm a bit unsure about how to use it properly. Could you tell me the best way to apply it on my lips? Also, do I need to wash it off after a certain amount of time?

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