Teen Jock Itch
Tinea Cruis Fungus Infection

What Is It?
Tinea cruris, also known as "jock itch" or "jock rot," is a fungal infection caused by wearing clothes that are too tight or that do not let air circulate.

What Causes It?

• It usually occurs in damp, dark areas such as folds of the skin – especially in people who are overweight – or if you sweat a lot from hot, humid weather or while exercising.
• Warm weather and tight clothing (which hold moisture and sweat) encourage fungal growth.

What Are the Symptoms?

• Burning
• Redness
• Soreness
• Itching on the genitals and the inside of the thighs

How Can You Prevent It?

• Wear loose fitting clothing
• Avoid wearing any tight-fitting clothes (stretch pants, spandex or tights)
• Change your clothes every day and washing clothing and bedding in hot water
• Eat healthy because poor nutrition aids in fungal growth
• Apply talcum or other powders may help keep the area dry and prevent fungal infection

How Do You Treat It?
Remember that heat will make the itchiness worse.

• Run cool water over the affected area
• Place a cold clean washcloth on the skin.
• Take cool showers
• Apply ice packs, or ice cubes in a plastic bag.
• Rub cornstarch on the affected area
• If necessary, use a prescription medication

Using a topical anti-fungal lotion may help. Make sure it contains the ingredient “miconazole.” Here’s how to properly use it:

• Wash and thoroughly dry the affected area
• Apply a thin coat of the anti-fungal product and gently rub in
• Wash your hands afterwards
• Check the product directions to see how often to apply
• Continue to use and apply lotion for one to two weeks after seeing results

If your rash reappears or your symptoms get worse, seek medical attention.