Do I Have Jock Itch?

Do you have a patch of red skin in the creases of your groin (brown or gray if you have a dark colored skin)?

Do you have rash that spreads to your groin, inner thigh, waist, and buttocks?

Do you have an irritating, constant itch in your groin area and around the anus and buttocks?

Do you have a chafing, burning sensation in the affected area?

Do you have small bumps that look like tiny blisters that create a raised edge around the rash?

Does your skin in the infected areas feels dry, scaly, and rough to the touch?

Do you have blisters that ooze pus in the affected area?

Do you have broken blisters that cause pain and swelling in the affected area?

Do you have flaky, peeled and cracked skin?

Do you have changed skin color in the affected area (your skin may become abnormally dark or light)?

Do you have foul odor in the affected area?

Are you overweight or sweat profusely?

Are you an athlete?

Do you wear tight-fitting clothes or underwear?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have jock itch. Jock itch is a fungal skin infection that affects your groin and inner thighs. It is a common condition in athletes, hens the name of the disease. It is contagious and can be spread in direct contact from person to person, or by sharing personal items, towels or clothing. To reduce your risk of jock itch you need to keep your groin area dry, change your underwear daily and avoid borrowing clothes from others. People who have athlete's foot (fungal feet infection) need to be extra careful, because the infection can spread to their groin.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have jock itch. Jock itch is a skin infection caused by fungi. It is also called tinea cruris and typically affects your groin, inner thighs, or anus. It is more common in men than women, people who sweat a lot, athletes, and overweight people. Usually, jock itch is not a serious condition, but can be very unpleasant and annoying. A doctor can make a diagnosis based on your symptoms and physical examination. If left untreated, jock itch can last for mounts. Treatment includes keeping your groin area clean and antifungal medications (creams, powders, and sprays).

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have jock itch. Jock itch is a health condition that refers to a fungal infection of your skin in the groin area, inner thighs or anus. Jock itch is frequently seen in otherwise healthy people and often resolves without treatment. In mild cases of jock itch, your doctor may recommend applying over-the-counter topical medication on the affected skin areas (ointment, lotion, powder or spray). The rash usually clears up in a weak or two. If your rash persists for more than a few weeks, your doctor may suggest stronger medications. Proper groin hygiene is extremely important.