Doctor explains how to RECOGNISE AND TREAT JOCK ITCH (aka Tinea Cruris or Ringworm of the groin)...

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains how to recognise and treat Jock Itch - also known as ringworm of the groin or Tinea Cruris. We will cover symptoms of jock itch in both men and women, treatment of jock itch (including creams that can be used to treat it)

SUMMARY:

Jock itch is a fungal skin infection that causes an itchy rash in warm, moist areas of the body. The rash often affects the groin and inner thighs and may be shaped like a ring - hence the name 'ringworm of the groin'. The condition is also called tinea cruris.

Jock itch gets its name because it's common in athletes. It's also common in people who sweat a lot. The condition can range from mild to serious. It usually clears up in 1 to 3 weeks with antifungal creams and self care.

We'll cover the following information which is split into sections and time stamped:

00:00 - Introduction & What is Jock itch
00:14 - Causes of jock itch
01:03 Symptoms of jock itch
01:37 - Tests for jock itch
01:52 Treatment for jock itch

Symptoms of jock itch:

- A spreading rash that begins in the crease of the groin and moves down the upper thigh and buttocks.
- A rash whose center tends to clear as the rash spreads.
- A rash that may be full or partially ring shaped.
- A rash bordered with small blisters.
- Itchiness.
- Scaly skin.
- A rash that might be red, brown, purple or gray depending on your skin color.

When to see a doctor:

See your doctor if your rash is painful or you develop a fever. And seek medical care if the rash hasn't improved after two weeks of self-care with the type of antifungal product you can get without a prescription. Also seek medical care if the rash hasn't cleared up fully after three weeks of treatment.

Trusted websites and further resources:

Mayo Clinic (USA): https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-c...

NHS information on jock itch (and other types of ringworm): https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-...

Photographic images of jock itch - including on black skin: https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Tin...

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