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  5. I've had a small lump in my groin for six weeks. A surgeon first said it was a local infection and recommended Follicilin, but the lump didn't change after five weeks. Another doctor diagnosed tinea cruris and prescribed Forcan 150 and Quadriderm, but it still hasnt healed. Should I try other medications or see another doctor?

I've had a small lump in my groin for six weeks. A surgeon first said it was a local infection and recommended Follicilin, but the lump didn't change after five weeks. Another doctor diagnosed tinea cruris and prescribed Forcan 150 and Quadriderm, but it still hasnt healed. Should I try other medications or see another doctor?

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I've had a small lump in my groin for six weeks. A surgeon first said it was a local infection and recommended Follicilin, but the lump didn't change after five weeks. Another doctor diagnosed tinea cruris and prescribed Forcan 150 and Quadriderm, but it still hasnt healed. Should I try other medications or see another doctor?

Surgeon opinion is advised.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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