Jock itch is a fungal infection that is caused by the member of mold like fungi family called dermatophytes. This is a kind of ringworm that generally grows on the surface of skin and the most common areas affected are inner thighs, groin, buttocks and skin folds. Although it is widespread in the whole world but humid tropical regions have witnessed more cases than other regions.
Symptoms of jock itch
The common signs that show the occurrence of this disease are rashes in the groin, buttocks, skin folds or inner thighs. The contours of these rashes have a very defined and distinct shape, and sometimes even have bumps which appear to be like blisters. It has been seen in many of the cases that jock itch is red brown in color which looks conspicuous as compared to the color of the whole body.
Diagnosis
Jock itch can be diagnosed easily as it shows various symptoms that tell the story of its occurrence in the body. Also, one can go to doctors who can take the cells of this ring worm and can check the slide under the microscope.
Treatment
This type of ringworm infection can be easily treated at home with the anti fungal ointments, creams, lotions, liquid sprays and powders. The popular names in the list of treatment are lotrimin, clotrimazole and lamisil being among the major ones. These can be applied even without any prior prescription. But then it is likely to occur in the body again and again, so it is advisable to take doctor’s help so that it never comes back.
