Groin Fungus

[sean2218]

So about three years ago during wrestling season i first noticed this fungus on my groin.  The sides of my scrotum were red and very itchy.  When itched my skin would flake and fall off.  It also had a funny odor to it.  I tried many creams and powders but nothing seemed to work.  As time passed the fungus moved to my thighs derectly next to my scrotum.  But three years later it is no longer red or itchy.  It is a white color and looks a little scaly.  My groin is always damp due to whatever this is. If i sit down for a period of time or if i am in bed with the covers on it become much worse.  I asked my doctor and she had told me it is jock itch or just a sweating problem but i can garantee it is not either of those thing.  I know ppl who have jock itch and it isn't that and it isnt causing me to sweat but to become damp and clammy.  It might have moved to my feet too.  They look normal but they constantly get wet.  Even if im just doing nothing they sometimes feel wet and gross.  Please help me fix this problem!!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Without examination,confirmation of a diagnosis is tough but it can be eczema. Wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites. You can apply some calamine lotion at the rash as it will help in soothing the skin. You can take some OTC oral antihistamine medications like Benadryl or Claritin and see if it helps.

For mild-moderate eczema a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone as dermacort), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).

Eczema can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Use good quality moisturizers to prevent moisture loss from the skin.

If still the symptoms do not improve then pls get a clinical examination done by a dermatologist.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Warm regards.

[jagesh50]

Seborrheic dermatitis would indeed look and feign as fungus.If so would respond to hydrocortisone application as a short course.