What is jock itch? How to manage it? What are the precautions to be taken? What are the signs and symptoms? What is the cause of this disease? How to treat it? How can homeopathy help you? All of this answered, in this post and of course our doctors always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form down below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!
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What is the jock itch?
Jock itch is a common itchy rash mainly in the groin. It can be very intense itch and is associated with a red or pink rash involving the groin folds and genitals. It is mainly seen in groins and it may spread to the inner thighs, genitals and anus. The rash is frequently seen in healthy person whereas the person suffering from diabetes and obesity are more susceptible.
Common in?
Jock itch is the most common in adult and middle –aged men. Patient with diabetes, obesity and those with a compromised immune system like in HIV /AIDS, hepatitis, chronic illness, cancer are more prone to.
How it occurs?
• Moisture due to excessive perspiration, warmth and friction of the skin in the groin folds.
• Tight clothing and under garments that trap in sweat.
• Infections caused by fungus and Candida (yeast), Trichophyton and Epidermophyton.
• Infection by bacteria particularly corynebacterium.
Jock itch signs and symptoms?
• The rash begins with mild intermittent itching in the groin.The rash is usually on both sides of the groin and affects the folds.
• The rash become dry, rough and bumpy develop pus bump and begin to ooze.The itching and rash can spread to the genitals including the labia, vagina, scrotum, penis and anus.
• It does not affect the entire body. Jock itch is limited to the groins, inner thighs folds, genitals and anal area.
How to diagnose jock itch?
Skin biopsy is used to confirm the diagnosis.
Skin culture or swab may be taken to detect an infectious cause of the jock itch.
A bacterial culture is useful to check for bacteria like staphylococcus on the skin.
Microscopic skin test and fungal test using potassium hydroxide may help to determine if the jock itch is caused by yeast or a fungus.Jock itch may be caused by athlete’s foot is called as tinea pedis.
Jock itch are not contagious. It is caused by an infection which may be transmitted through skin contact, sharing the towels, etc. Athlete‘s are more prone to develop jock itch.
Is jock itch a sign of a STD?
“Jock itch”, is caused by a fungus called Tinea cruris and is not a sign of STD. It is generally transmitted by direct or indirect contact with an infected person. Jock itch is a curable infection.
Is a jock itch serious?
Jock itch is not a serious condition and can be prevented and treated very easily. It is caused by mould like fungus or yeast. It causes rashes around groin, buttocks, thighs and genitals.
Does the jock itch go away if untreated?
If not treated than it may last for weeks or months as jock itch is less severe than other tinea infections.
Complications of jock itch?
These are infrequent as jock itch is usually a self limited skin condition. Secondary infection from scratching or rubbing can uncommonly deepen causing cellulitis or abscess formation.
Prevention of jock itch?
• Wash the groin and buttocks with soap and water after exercise and sweating.
• Wash clothes and undergarments in hot soapy water.
• Use loose-fitting cotton underwear and clothing.
• Avoid undergarments with polyester, nylon, or synthetic fibers.
• Use anti-fungal powder to keep the groin dry.
• Avoid fragrance creams on the groins.
• Avoid going barefoot especially at the school, public pools.
• Treat athlete’s foot if you have it.