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Jock itch is a fungal skin infection caused by a fungus called Trichophyton rubrum. This fungus mainly affects skin of genitals, inner thighs, groin area and buttocks. This fungus mainly grows in warm and moist part of the body. Jock itch is also known as tinea cruis. It causes a lot of discomfort but is not a serious infection. It is more common in men than in women. Overweight and profusely sweating people can also get infected.
Red, itchy, ring-shaped rashes
Moist and warm areas of body like genitals, buttocks, inner thighs and so on may develop red, itchy, ring-shaped rashes. As the time passes these rashes become more severe and may result in breakdown of the skin.
Other Symptoms
Peeling or cracking of groin skin could be seen. Burning sensation or chafing around groin area could be experienced.
Jock Itch Symptoms, Causes, Remedy and Diet
Jock Itch Causes
The fungus causing jock itch starts developing when the moist area of the body becomes too warm and starts sweating. Tight undergarments or tight clothes may aggravate the symptoms of jock itch. People having diseases like AIDS and diabetes are more prone to it because of their weak immune system. Jock itch is mildly contagious, so you may get infected if you come in contact with another person suffering from it. Avoid sharing personal belongings with the infected person. If you have other fungal infections like athlete’s foot then it may also cause jock itch.
Jock Itch home remedies and natural cures, Questions and answers
Jock Itch Remedies
Keep moist and warm areas of the body clean and dry. Since jock itch is a fungal infection apply any OTC antifungal cream, powder or spray on the infected skin. Change your undergarments daily. You can use antidandruff shampoo on the infected skin. Apply tea tree oil on the infected skin, it is a natural antifungal.
Jock Itch : Home Remedies suggested by users
Take garlic
Since jock itch is a fungal infection, include good quantity of garlic in your food. Garlic has antifungal qualities. Apply honey and garlic alternatively on the infected skin.
Diet to avoid
Avoid eating refined carbohydrates, sugar and food items that contain yeasts. Avoid alcohol because it eventually converts to sugar. Your diet must contain a lot of raw fruits and vegetables. Avoid greasy, fried and processed foods.
Other suggestions for Jock Itch
Wear loose cotton clothes. You can use silica to keep the damp body area dry.
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Zinc Oxide-rashes cure
suggested by [unspecified] on Friday, June 6, 2008
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| Yes. I agree with Jill. I tried many things to cure the rash on my inner thighs and groin area that developed during warm, sweaty weather. Zinc Oxide / diaper rash cream cured it quickly and continues to keep it away. Ignore the nosy checkout clerks and just buy it. Nothing works better. |
jock itch
suggested by ed on Saturday, October 6, 2007
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| I like Gold Bond powder. It has zinc oxide and the powder absorbs moisture. |
70%1sopropyl alcohol can reduce the itching
suggested by sonia on Thursday, June 7, 2007
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| wipe the affected area with 70%1sopropyl alcohol .then apply any antifungul powder.repeat each time you feel itchy.avoid oily food,bread ,pizza,potatoes,starchy rice.basically stay away from all carbohydrate stuffs. |
Zinc Oxide
suggested by Jill on Monday, May 28, 2007
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| Nothing works better than zinc oxide. Get a diaper rash cream with a high percentage of zinc oxide as its main ingredient and apply for as many days as redness presists. Usually the irritation will be gone in less than 24 hours. |
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