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Medical Conditions - Jock Itch

Jock itch is otherwise known as tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection caused due to dermatophytes. It causes red itchy rashes in ring shapes on the affected region of the body. It often affects the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks. It occurs commonly in athletes, and so it is called jock itch. It occurs commonly in people who sweat excessively and obese persons. Applying topical antifungal medication and maintaining genital hygiene helps a lot.

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How to cure the scrotal skin affected by jock itch?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you Luliconazole 1% cream, twice daily for two weeks.

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I have a fungal skin infection. What medications can help me?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems you are having tinea cruris or tinea corporis.

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How to cure ringworm?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ringworm infection in the groin is known as tinea cruris. It is a recurrent fungal infection. Please let me know whether you have diabetes.

Can a red itchy groin rash be caused by Jock Itch?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. This is not a fungal infection or Jock Itch. This is an allergic reaction.

What is the treatment for tinea cruris?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the history and image provided, (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) the most probable diagnosis is Tinea cruris.

How should I treat my genital abscess at age 19?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I looked through the photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

I am 30, male and HSV2 IgG positive. Do I have active herpes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports and clinical photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

How do I treat my itchy, flaky skin in the genital area?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send some photographs taken in natural light and taken from different distances. Please mention about the affected areas.

Why is my jock itch rash getting worse despite treatment?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

How to cure redness and itching on face and inner thighs?

Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. With your descriptions, it seems that you have developed tinea cruris.

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