<s>[INST] I have red-brown rashes on my inner thighs. The rashes are spreading very fast. I ve been using Clobenate GM cream. It provides relief but doesn t heal the damaged skin. The skin has permanently turned darker. Please suggest what else i can use to get rid of this infection. I researched about it. I think it s tinea cruris. [/INST] Hi, Yes, you do seem to have Tina courts which is a fungal infection of the groin and perineal region. The cream you have been using contains a potent topical steroid i.e. Clobetasol Propionate, which may provide temporary relief but in the long run, it would favor the growth of the fungus. In addition, it may cause additional side effects like skin thinning, striae etc. I advise you to discontinue it. I would rather suggest you to take an oral antifungal e.g. Fluconazole or Itraconazole for a few weeks. In addition, I suggest you apply a plain antifungal e.g. Fluconazole 1% or Ketoconazole 2% cream for a few weeks. Since fungal infection is usually itchy, I suggest you also take an oral antihistamine e.g. Tab Cetirizine once a day for symptomatic relief from itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance. </s>