Jock itch also known as “Dhobi’s itch” is a kind of chronic itchy rash that occurs in the groin area and between the thighs. Jock itch can cause abrasion, redness and severe itching on the affected skin and it commonly occurs on the area where the skin rubs with one another.
Anus region is the most affected part in people who are overweight wherein the skin overlaps with plenty of skin folds. Jock itch is a fungal infection causing red ring shaped rashes between the thighs and on regions of skin folds.
It can be treated with antifungal creams and medications. It is common in men and in women it can affect the anus region and beneath the breasts. Keeping the area clean and dry can prevent you from jock itch.
Jock itch Symptoms
Some of the signs of jock itch are given below :
- Itchy rash
- Red ring shaped rash
- Raised blisters
- Flaky or scaly skin with severe burns or itches
- Persistent itch beneath the breasts and between the thighs
- Jock itch often starts with scratching of skin in the groin area which spreads further until upper thigh region. Flaky skin in the affected area may contain blisters or papules with defined borders. The area may become red and is more profound in skin folds.
- In men jock itch is prominent in the shaft of the penis when added with yeast infection where the skin becomes red and moist. In women vaginal area (in and around) may get affected with intense itching and sometimes white thick mucus discharge. If the person does not take any treatment the infection can spread to the nearby skin.
You need to consult your doctor if the symptoms are not improving with home remedies since you may require prescription drugs.