Jock itch, also called tinea cruris, more commonly known as ringworm, is a kind of fungal infection which frequently affects the groin area although it can affect any part of the skin.

1. Jock Itch

2. What is Jock Itch?
● Jock itch, also called tinea cruris, more commonly known as
ringworm, is a kind of fungal infection which frequently affects the
groin area although it can affect any part of the skin.
● Usually, the fungus grows and flare up very easily in areas where
there is moisture, like folds of the skin, groin, buttocks,
underarms, neck, back of the knees, etc. It is also seen in the parts
that remain covered with clothes, especially non-cotton clothes
which does not allow proper air circulation to the parts.

3. How to get rid of Jock Itch?
1. Wear good quality clothes which are not too thick to hamper the
air circulation to the skin.
2. Keep the skin folds clean and in case of excessive perspiration,
the clothes may need to be changed during the day.
3. Always wash hands while eating or handling common utensils and
food.
4. Take healthy food and more nutritious diet.

4. Treatment for Jock Itch
● Jock Itch can be treated by Topical antifungal creams such as
Clotrimazole or Miconazole is very effective in treating it.
● Keeping the groin area clean and dry and regular changing of
underwear are important preventive measures.

5. References
Source Article -->>
https://www.icliniq.com/articles/skin-care/homeopathic-medicine-for-
ringworm-or-jock-itch
How can jock itch be treated with medicines?
https://www.icliniq.com/qa/jock-itch/how-can-jock-itch-be-treated

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