Jock itch is a fungal infection that gets spread on the upper thighs, groin and buttocks. It is also well known as crack fungus, bag rot, crotch fungus and crotch rot. Both men and women become victim of this monstrous disease worldwide but it is more often seen in the tropical regions. Most of the time rashes occur on the affected areas.
Jock itch is a contagious infection of the skin that is caused by member of fungi family commonly known as dermatophytes. This infection shows symptoms like itching, burning and chafing in the affected areas like anus, groin and skin folds of thighs. Red and scaly patches also occur where dermatophytes breed on the surface of skin. Generally lesions appear in the form of rash with elevated and clearly defined edges.
There are many medications available for jock itch that combat fungal infection in an effective way. They come in form of cream, ointment, powder and liquid spray.
Following are listed some of them:
- Undecylenate and tolnaftate are renowned names in the history of treatment that have shown effective effective results.
- Miconazole and clotrimazole are also world known medications that have successfully fought against this contagious infection.
Along with these medications, it is virtually necessary to do self care at home. Following are some of the measures that can be undertaken:
- Avoid wearing rough textured and tight fitting attires as it gets rub against body part and irritates that area.
- Keep the surface of skin hygienically clean and dry.
