Tinea cruris, also called jock itch, is a fungal infection that commonly affects the inner thighs and groin region of men. It results in extremely itchy red rashes on the skin. It is frequently seen in athletes and people who sweat a lot.
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I have an itchy red rash on my scrotum. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male with a red rash on my scrotum; it is itchy and sometimes burns. I consulted a doctor a year ago, and he said eczema and told me to apply baby powder. It worked, but it is back again. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The history and image provided (the attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) may be Tinea cruris of the scrotum. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection that appears in the folds of the skin, private areas, underarms, groin are... Read Full »
Despite applying Soframycin cream, I have itching near my penis and anus. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Besides my penis and toilet side, some skin problems happened, and I am also experiencing itching. I have applied Soframycin cream for the last five days but did not get any relief. I have attached images so it will be easier to know. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per the history and images provided (the attachments are removed to protect th patient's identity), it may be Tinea cruris. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection most often seen on the folds and private areas where exposure is less. They ap... Read Full »
The infection in the inner side of my thigh is turning black and spreading rapidly. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from an infection in the inner side of my thigh which is turning black and spreading rapidly. I want your advice. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. As per your history and images provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the condition seems to be tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection that appears due to moisture retention. It can be transmitted by sharing the bel... Read Full »