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  • male
  • 30 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been dealing with cracked skin in my groin area, and I remember using this cream before that felt cool when applied and it cleared up the problem in just two days. Can you recommend any similar treatments or creams that might help? Im a bit worried and would appreciate your advice!

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It sounds like you may have had a fungal infection in the groin region. A cream that provides a cooling sensation and helps with fungal infections is Clotrimazole cream. Visit a Dermatologist to get a prescription.

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