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Jock Itch Directory
Jock itch, also called tinea cruris, is a fungal infection in the groin. It is a form of ringworm that appears as a rash that can be red, itchy, and have bumps. Many catch jock itch in warm, moist public places like restrooms and locker rooms. Not changing sweaty clothes can also lead to jock itch. Symptoms include a rash that may itch. You can treat jock itch by using antifungal creams and prevent it by staying clean and dry. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how jock itch is contracted, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Fungal Infections of the Skin
Learn about symptoms, causes, and treatments for common fungal infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections.
Ringworm:Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
What’s itchy, scaly, round, and contagious? Ringworm, of course. Find out what it is, what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how it’s treated.
Understanding Ringworm -- Diagnosis and Treatment
Ringworm is itchy, scaly, and contagious. Luckily, it’s also treatable. Find out what meds work to kill the fungus, and what you can expect while using them.
What Are the Symptoms of Ringworm?
You’ve got itchy, scaly patches on your skin. Is it ringworm or something else? Learn the symptoms to find out.
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Ringworm -- A Collection of Photos
Ringworm is a common skin infection otherwise known as tinea. It is caused by a fungus. While there are multiple forms of ringworm, the most common affect the skin on the body (tinea corporis), the scalp (tinea capitis), the feet (tinea pedis, or athlete's foot), or the groin (tinea cruris, or jock itch).
Picture of Ringworm
Ringworm is characterized by a red ring of small blisters or a red ring of scaly skin that grows outward as the infection spreads. Though children are especially susceptible to catching ringworm, it can affect adults as well.
Picture of Does Ringworm Mean I Have Worms?
Worms don't cause ringworm. Rather, this superficial skin infection, also known as tinea, is caused by fungi called dermatophytes.
Picture of Ringworm of the Groin (Tinea Cruris)
Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a form of ringworm. Ringworm is not a worm at all; it is a fungal infection of the outer layers of skin, hair, or nails.