jock itch

[miljon]

I've been having on and off itch problem in my scrutum.  I tried most jock itch over the counter medication but they only provide temporary relief.  I noticed that when I sweat in my groin area, the itch worsens.  The itch is so discomforting.  I tried scabies treatment also, but no effect.  Natural Tea Tree oil don't seem to cure it.  Please help.  


This discussion is related to Swollen Penis Foreskin.

[bargies]

I have had the same problem for quite some time. I'll use lotrimun powder spray and baby powder every morning and evening after washing, it does the trick. But during the summer when sweating is inevitable, the jock itch will return. I haven't found a permanate cure for my case, but you'll find the "jock itch" powder spray + baby powder can keep it dry for quite come time. Try it.

Bargies

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,

Jock itch shows up in post-adolescent men and hormonal changes during puberty,lifestyle and heredity each play a role.Predisposing fungal disease like tines cruris may also aggravate it.

Wash your groin daily and then dry thoroughly by pat drying,not rubbing. A hairdryer is useful if you have hairy groins.The damp groin is an ideal site for fungi to multiply.Also wear cotton underwears and change them twice a day and do not share other people’s towels.Application of local antifungal cream(terbinafine, clotrimazole, econazole, ketoconazole, miconazole) and oral antifungal drugs are the mainstay of treatment.Pls consult a dermatologist for their prescription.

I hope that helps. Please do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Warm regards.