What Causes Rashes And Itching In The Genital Area?
Hi there I've been having blotchy rashes recently and rashes like ezcema near my armpits and genital areas. Itching around the body especially genital area and buttocks(makes me worry that its std) but the symptoms has been shown for a week now and my partner's was not affected by me. Im guessing its not contagious. Could it be caused by stress with my immune system messed up? I dont know what to do i been putting on ointment and aveeno anti itch lotion I'm worried that it wont go away!
An eczematous or dry scaly rash can be seen with fungal infection. This is known as tinea cruise. It is usually seen over the groin and may spread to the buttocks area as well. Tinea cruris aka Jock itch occurs when one wears tight clothing for long periods of time without showering. This can cause sweat to accumulate and provide a growth medium for the fungus.
Treatment of this is with antifungal cream that a chemist would be able to suggest. Along with using an antifungal cream, drinking lots of water, wearing loose cotton clothing, and maintaining personal hygiene can help.
A few ways to maintain personal hygiene are to shower a few times a day and to trim the hair around the groin.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards, Dr. Vignan Rachabattuni
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What Causes Rashes And Itching In The Genital Area?
Hi. I have looked through what you have written. An eczematous or dry scaly rash can be seen with fungal infection. This is known as tinea cruise. It is usually seen over the groin and may spread to the buttocks area as well. Tinea cruris aka Jock itch occurs when one wears tight clothing for long periods of time without showering. This can cause sweat to accumulate and provide a growth medium for the fungus. Treatment of this is with antifungal cream that a chemist would be able to suggest. Along with using an antifungal cream, drinking lots of water, wearing loose cotton clothing, and maintaining personal hygiene can help. A few ways to maintain personal hygiene are to shower a few times a day and to trim the hair around the groin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Vignan Rachabattuni