Prevention of Jock Itch
Jock itch is a very annoying and an embarrassing fungal skin infection. The condition has a lot of misconceptions surrounding it because most people know very little about the fungus itself. Though it is not a sexually transmitted disease, sometimes the infection can create havoc in interpersonal relationships. To avoid these unnecessary insinuations, it is best to prevent the infection in the first place. One can reduce the chance of developing tinea cruris by taking the following preventive steps:
Keep dry. This is the key to preventing the infection. If you swim constantly or have many showers a day, dry the groin area well. Make sure the folds in the groin, the thighs and buttock area are completely dry before you put on your clothes. Use a fresh towel on a regular basis. To ensure that the dryness is maintained for long periods, there are many powders one can buy. You do not have to buy anything fancy, plain baby powder is just as effective. The powder will also eliminate any odor of the infection and diminish the itch. One should avoid fragrant powders because the chemicals contained in them can aggravate the skin rash.
Shower: If you sweat a lot or exercise, shower regularly, preferable every day. The water will maintain the cleanliness of the area, rid it of the sweat and make you feel clean also.
Hair: While there is little evidence that hair makes the fungus thrive, there are some individuals who are excessively hairy in the groin. If the hair is long and tangled it is difficult to clean it. In such a case, you may either trim the hair or shave it all together. The groin is a lot easier to clean and treat when there is little or no hair.
Clothing such as underwear needs to be changed at least once a day. If you have a tendency to sweat after exercise, then the underwear must be changed immediately. It is not socially acceptable to wear the same sweaty underwear after exercising and then go to a dinner party. If you live in a warm environment, change your clothes regularly and avoid clothes with thick fabrics. Make sure your undergarments are loose and comfortable as tight fitting underwear and thongs may look sexy, but they don't help at all when you have jock itch. There are many styles of decent under garments that can be worn while you are treating the infection.
Personal care items should not be shared with anyone. Towel, razors, deodorants or shaving creams all can easily transmit the fungus to other members of the family and friends. If you frequent the gym, make sure that the exercise machine you use is clean or wipe it clean with a towel.
Jock itch is an annoying disorder but once the symptoms come on, one should not delay in seeking help. The condition is easily treated.
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