Jock Itch

Jock itch, also known as tinea cruis is a fungal infection caused by a Trichophyton fungus rubrum that thrives in moisture and warm part of the body. It mainly affects the groins, and may extend to the inner thighs and buttocks. It mostly occurs exclusively on men than women, and may affect overweight and sweaty people.

Symptoms
The groins, inner thighs and buttocks are the prime targets of jock itching. These warm and most areas will grow red, itchy and rashes that further complicates and may result in skin breakage.

The groin skin area is prone to cracking or peeling. There is also a burning sensation and chafing around it.

Causes
Jock itch is a semi-contagious skin condition that develops primarily on the damp and warm areas of the body.

Other fungal infections such athlete’s foot and ringworm infestation sometimes accompany jock itch. Likewise, serious medical conditions such as AIDS and diabetes leaves the body’s weak immune system more prone to fungal infection.

Wearing tight-fitting undergarment or clothes may aggravate the infection.

Home Remedies
Always keep your body dry and clean for moisture will build up jock itch.

Anti-fungal brands: Apply any OTC anti-fungal cream, powder or spray to get rid of the fungal infection.

Always wear clean undergarments everyday.

Anti-dandruff shampoo is also good substitute as fungal treatment.

Tea tree oil is a natural anti-fungal agent.

Garlic: Garlic contains anti-fungal properties that help relieve fungal infection on the skin. Consume moderate amount of garlic in your meals or directly apply both honey and garlic alternately on the affected skin.

Diets
Eat plenty of raw fruits and vegetables.

Avoid eating fried, greasy and processed foods, as well as foods that contains sugar, refined carbohydrates and yeasts.

Similarly, avoid drinking alcoholic drink for it also converts into sugar.

Other suggestions
Wear loose clothes that are made of cotton.

Apply silica powder for moistened areas of the body.