Groin area skin irritation

Hi,

I m an 18 year old male. I masturbate atleast thrice a week. Lately for the past 2-3 months i have developed an irritation in the area around my nuts or the groin area. Especially in the area around the nuts and the thigh i.e. the fork. Kindly suggest some remedies at earliest i cant bear the irritation.

Thanking you.

[Dr_Aparna]

Hi,
This seems to be a fungal infection of the groin called Tinea cruris.Tinea cruris is the scientific name for fungal infection of the groin region.
As the common name for this condition implies, it causes itching or a burning sensation in the groin area, thigh skin folds, or anus. It may involve the inner thighs and genital areas, as well as extending back to the perineum and perianal areas.
Affected areas may appear red, tan, or brown, with flaking, peeling, or cracking skin.
Tinea cruris is best treated with antifungal drugs applied topically. Traditionally creams containing tolnaftate, clotrimazole or miconazole have been used, although newer agents such as butenafine are also used.
To cure the infection naturally, keep moist and warm areas of the body clean and dry. Change anything the fungus comes into contact with daily, like undergarments and towels. You can use talcum powder to help keep the area dry. Powders with menthol or zinc oxide may be used, like Gold Bond medicated powder, to soothe the itch.
ref:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tinea_cruris