Jock Itch - Information on Jock Itch

Jock Itch Information

Jock Itch is basically a skin disease typical to youth, but Jock Itch may occur to the people at any age.

We have provided you here all symptoms, causes and treatment methods of Jock Itch.

Causes of Jock Itch

The main cause of Jock itch is fungal infections, which is caused by microorganisms that become parasites on your body. These fungi (dermatophytes) live on cells in the outer layer of your skin. Jock itch more likely to develop, like lots of sweating while playing sports, hot and humid weather, friction from wearing tight clothes for extended periods (like bathing suits), sharing clothes with others, diabetes mellitus, or obesity. Jock itch is only mildly contagious. It can spread by sharing towels or clothing with someone who has the infection, or through direct contact or sexual intercourse.

Treatment of Jock Itch

Methods For Treating Jock Itch are :

• Wear clean cotton underwear and loose fitting pants
• Keep your groin area dry and perspiration-free
• If you have athlete's foot, avoid using towels that have come into contact with the infected area
• When getting dressed, put on socks before underwear
• Apply the antifungal cream, powder, or spray as directed on the label.
• Change your clothes, especially your underwear, every day.