This is the case of people with HIV/AIDS, people under steroid treatments, and people taking chemotherapy. People with diabetes also tend to develop fungal infections. Very young and very old people, also, are groups at risk. Although all are at risk of developing fungal infections, the likelihood is higher in these groups.
Topical solutions containing hydrocortisone offer some relief. They are the most practical in treating localized itching. Cats tend to lick off these preparations. But the use of creams or salves on areas the cat cannot lick, e.g.; top of the head may be useful.
Hydrocortisone should be used with caution in: children, the elderly, patients with ulcers of the stomach or duodenum, patients with a history of or family history of mental illness including depression, renal disease, liver disease, heart failure, heart attack, diabetes, glaucoma (an eye condition), osteoporosis (a bone condition), inflammation of ...