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  • Female
  • 29 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been dealing with a fungal infection on my hips for the past two years, and it's getting unbearable. It hurts a lot and the itching is intense, sometimes even causing bleeding when I itch. I've been treating it for two years, but the moment I stop the medication, it comes back. I can't even get a good night's sleep because of it. Can you please help me figure out what to do?

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Lulican cream for local application for atleast 2 weeks is advised to the patient.

Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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