Jock itchis a slang term that describes anitchyredrash出现在the groin area. Jock itch (tinea cruris) occurs almost exclusively in males, since it is related to anatomical factors within the male body.
Signs and symptoms of jock itch include arashover the groin area, pink to red in color, that is primarily located in skin folds in the groin. Other associated symptoms and signs can include
Causes of jock itch
Either a bacterial or fungal infection causes jock itch. People withdiabetesand those who areobeseare more susceptible to developing jock itch than others. Warmth, skin friction, and moisture are factors that encourage the development of jock itch.
Other jock itch (tinea cruris) symptoms and signs
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