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How To Treat Jock Itch?

hello, i am having something like jock itch type of infection from 1 month. now from 3 days i am applying ring guard on it. it is helping me for a small time period after it itching starts again. for how long i have to apply ring guard? or do i use any other antifungal cream or powder?
Thu, 10 Mar 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain in case if you are suffering from jock itch that is a fungal infection and commonly effects the groin area..
It occurs due to excess moisture accumulation in the area while can also occur due to causes like excessive sweating, wearing tight undergarments, obesity, diabetes,bacterial and fungal overgrowth etc..
I would suggest you to consult a General Physician or a Dermatologist and get evaluated and a clinical evaluation is sufficient for diagnosis..
You can be advised to apply a combination of steroid and antifungal ointment like Hydrocortisone and Clotrimazole..
You should wash the area with water 3 to 4 times a day..
You should also soak a wash cloth in a solution of 1 part of vinegar and 3 parts of water and apply over the affected area..
Avoid accumulation of moisture in the area..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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How To Treat Jock Itch?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain in case if you are suffering from jock itch that is a fungal infection and commonly effects the groin area.. It occurs due to excess moisture accumulation in the area while can also occur due to causes like excessive sweating, wearing tight undergarments, obesity, diabetes,bacterial and fungal overgrowth etc.. I would suggest you to consult a General Physician or a Dermatologist and get evaluated and a clinical evaluation is sufficient for diagnosis.. You can be advised to apply a combination of steroid and antifungal ointment like Hydrocortisone and Clotrimazole.. You should wash the area with water 3 to 4 times a day.. You should also soak a wash cloth in a solution of 1 part of vinegar and 3 parts of water and apply over the affected area.. Avoid accumulation of moisture in the area.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.