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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What is the fungal infection present in my inner thigh?
Query: Hi doctor, I have got a fungal infection near my inner thigh area. I have been taking tablet Forcan 150 mg and applied Candid-B cream over it. But I do not have any results. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a fungal infection. Stop using Candid-B (Beclomethasone topical and Clotrimazole topical) cream. Please say about the severity and the duration of the disease. Please mention about your age and marital status. Read Full »
Please suggest permanent solutions for tinea infections.
Query: Hello doctor, I am facing skin problems for the past 12 to 13 years. Having an infection of tinea cruris and other tinea infection. It frequently occurs. On medication, it stopped but again it got reversed. Skin gets very dark on buttocks. What will be the permanent solution? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tinea is caused by the fungus. There is no permanent solution as sweat or high humid will help the growth of fungus. So avoid sweat as much as you can. Use cotton clothes. Take bath twice daily. Keep your body dry, especially skin folds. Do not use wrong creams or table... Read Full »