Tinea cruris, commonly referred to as jock itch, is a fungal infection in the groin area. It affects mostly adult men. It's caused by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. It grows in a circle on your skin and often looks like a ring. Due to irritation, the skin becomes red.

Causes:

Jock itch is caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. These fungi naturally live on your skin and normally don’t cause problems.

However, when human remain in sweat-soaked clothes after exercising, the lengthy exposure to moisture can allow the fungi to multiply quickly and When he have an overgrowth of dermatophytes in your groin area, it causes the infection known as jock itch.


Symptoms and Complications

Tinea is often painful or itchy, but not in every case. There are visual clues to help identify a fungal infection.

These include:

-inflammation of the groin, anal area, and upper thigh - not including the genitals themselves

-slightly raised patch

-sharp borders

-expanding or spreading, with clearing in the centre

-dry or scaly blisters (occasionally oozing or crusting)

-abnormally dark or light skin

-skin redness or inflammation



Treatment and Prevention

You can try the following remedies to get rid of the infection:

-Apply over-the-counter antifungal cream, powder, or spray to the affected area.

-Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and warm water.

-Dry the affected area thoroughly after bathing and exercise.

-Change clothes and undergarments every day.

-Wear loose cotton clothing.

-Treat any other fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot.


Follow these tips to help to relieve and prevent jock itch:

-Wear loose-fitting clothing and underwear.

-Change underwear often, especially after sweating.

-Shower as soon as possible after exercising.

-Wash exercise clothes after each use.

-Don't sit around in a wet bathing suit.

-Don't use another person's towel or clothes.

-After showering, put socks on first. If underpants are put on first, foot fungus can rub off into the underwear, and cause jock itch.

-Use corn starch or talcum powder in areas more likely to become infected to keep them free of moisture.