Fungal skin infections are among the most common dermatological conditions in Bangalore — driven by the city’s warm, humid climate, crowded living conditions and the widespread misuse of steroid creams (which suppress the immune response and help fungi thrive). The result: a epidemic of steroid-modified tinea — fungal infections made far more difficult to treat by inappropriate self-medication with combination steroid+antifungal creams.
At MiracleHealth Hospital, Uttarahalli, Dr. Anirudh P (MBBS, Dermatology) accurately diagnoses fungal infections — using KOH microscopy when needed — and prescribes the correct antifungal without steroids. Most fungal infections require oral antifungals (itraconazole, terbinafine) combined with topical treatment for complete cure — topical creams alone are not enough for extensive infections.
📞 Call 82178 78807| Hospital | MiracleHealth Hospital |
| Address | Uttarahalli Main Road, near Royal Mart, Bangalore 560061 |
| Phone | 82178 78807 |
| Mon–Sat | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Consultation | ₹1,200/Year · Family of 4 · Unlimited |
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Expert in diagnosing and treating fungal skin infections including the epidemic of steroid-modified tinea in South Bangalore. Uses KOH microscopy for accurate diagnosis and prescribes correct oral antifungal regimens without steroid combination creams.
Ring-shaped red itchy patch on body — itraconazole + topical terbinafine. Oral treatment for 2–6 weeks depending on severity.
Fungal infection in groin — circular itchy rash in inner thighs, scrotum, buttocks. Oral itraconazole + topical clotrimazole. Hygiene guidance.
Fungal infection between toes — itching, peeling, cracking. Topical terbinafine for mild cases, oral treatment for extensive infection.
Yellow, thickened, crumbling nails — requires oral terbinafine for 3–6 months. KOH test or fungal culture to confirm before starting long treatment.
Scaly patches with hair loss on scalp — mainly in children. Oral griseofulvin or fluconazole — topical treatment alone does not work.
Oral thrush, genital candidiasis, skin fold candidiasis — fluconazole, topical clotrimazole. Underlying diabetes or immunosuppression investigated.
Hypo or hyperpigmented patches on trunk — Malassezia yeast. Selenium sulphide shampoo, oral fluconazole or itraconazole.
Fungal infection made extensive and atypical by steroid creams — requires oral itraconazole for 4–8 weeks. Stop all steroid combination creams.
KOH scraping for microscopy when diagnosis is uncertain — avoids misdiagnosis and inappropriate steroid use which worsens fungal infections dramatically.
The most important first step for steroid-modified tinea — stopping Betamethasone combination creams. Initial worsening is expected and temporary.
Itraconazole 200mg twice daily for 7 days (pulse) or terbinafine 250mg daily — chosen based on fungal type, extent and patient age. Most infections need 2–4 pulses.
Combined with oral antifungal — clotrimazole, terbinafine cream applied twice daily. Extending 2 weeks beyond visible clearing to prevent relapse.
Change and wash inner clothes daily · Keep skin folds dry · Use antifungal powder in groins and underarms during treatment · Do not share towels, clothing.
Dr. Anirudh P Dermatologist · Ringworm · Tinea · Nail Fungus · Walk In Anytime
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