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no I s a dermatophyte, a type of fungal infection of the groin region in either sex, though more often seen in males.
The fungicidal allylamines (naftifine and terbinafine) and butenafine (allylamine derivative) are a more costly group of topical tinea treatments, yet they are more convenient as they allow for a shorter duration of treatment compared with fungistatic azoles (clotrimazole, econazole, ketoconazole, oxiconazole. The rash may clear up quickly with these treatments, but continue ...more

Fungal infection or Ring worm. When occurs in groin, called as jock itch. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds. It's mostly circular or round in appearance. May be red or black in colour. Treatment depending on the type and severity. Avoid sharing clothes, towels and soap; sweating also increases it. As it has to be differentiated from eczema and infection, its a must to see and confirm the diagnosis for proper treatment. So, please send photos of the affecte...more

OTC topical antifungal agents, including butenafine hydrochloride, clotrimazole, miconazole nitrate, terbinafine hydrochloride, and tolnaftate, are considered safe and effective for use in the treatment of mild-to-moderate fungal skin infections.1 These agents are available as ointments, solutions, lotions, creams,

Athlete s Foot
Athlete s foot is a commonly occurring infection of the skin which is caused by fungus. The medical name of this condition is known as tinea pedis. It is a fungal infection which primarily affects the skin on the feet. It is a contagious condition. It might also spread to the toenails and the hands. The disease is named as athlete s foot because it mostly affects athletes. This is not a serious condition but sometimes it can be hard to cure.

Any condition that causes ...more