Why Does Itching Spread?
- Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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What Is It?
The term "jock itch" typically describes an itchy rash in a man's groin. Although there are many causes of jock itch, this term has become synonymous with tinea cruris, a common fungal infection that affects the groin and inner thighs of men and woman. Tinea is the name of the fungus; cruris comes from the Latin word for leg.
Jock itch can develop when tight garments trap moisture and heat. This creates an environment in which fungi multiply and flourish. Athletes often get jock...
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Jock Itch
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Jock itch, also called tinea cruris or ringworm of the groin, is an infection of the groin area caused by fungus.Alternative NamesFungal infection -... Read more »
Vaginal itching
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Pruritus vulvae; Itching - vaginal area; Vulvar itchingHome CareTo prevent and treat vaginal itching:Avoid colored or perfumed toilet tissue and... Read more »
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Itching
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Itching is a tingling or irritation of the skin that makes you want to scratch the affected area.Alternative NamesPruritusConsiderationsItching may... Read more »
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