Hi, I had sort of jock itch last month. N increased n spreading too. Used clobeta ointment n currently using betamethasone ointment from pharmacy since couldnt consult doctor due to covid pandemic. If I miss applying a day, it increases tremendously or else it just stays but not decreasing. I'm really worried. Didn't take any oral medication yet. Pls help n provide home tips too.

Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomeopathy Doctor26yrs exp

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U can try this wash the affected skin two to three times a day. Keep the affected area dry. Avoid excess affected skin irritation by wearing 100% cotton underwear. Avoid fabric softeners, bleaches, or harsh laundry detergents. Wash your workout clothes, underwear, socks, and towels after each use. Keep your affected area, inner thighs, and buttocks clean and dry, especially after you exercise and shower. After showering or bathing, dry the irritated affected area by gently patting it with a towel. Be sure to dry your skin thoroughly. Mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in two cups of warm water. Wash the infected area with this solution and allow it to dry on its own. Another option is to apply a mixture of equal parts of white vinegar and coconut oil on the affected skin. Like hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol can help kill off the fungus that's on the surface level of the skin. You can apply it directly to the affected area listerine: it has antiseptic, antifungal and antibacterial properties, which help treat skin problem here are some tips to help you manage the infection:avoid using oily skin products. Reduce your exposure to the sun. Exposure to the sun may trigger or worsen an episode, do not wear tight clothing. Wear breathable fabrics, such as cotton, to decrease sweating. For this homeopathic treatment is very effective for more details you can consult me.  

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Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist13yrs exp

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You may be suffering from fungal infection of the inner thighs groin and buttocks area which we call tinea cruris. This is commonly referred as jock itch. It is easily treatable by taking 4 to 6 weeks of treatment which includes tablets along with creams. Wrong treatment with over the counter creams like lobate gm, fourderm, panderm, quadriderm, dermi 5, betnovate dermikem oc candid b, hh zole leads to severe side effects and also repeated recurrences. Please do not use super body wash over the affected areas. Do not use steroid containing combination creams. Please contact me using online consultation for detailed prescription. Do not delay treatment as it may spread for the on your body and also to other people living in the household.  

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