At Almasi Skincare, we offer the best jock itch treatment in Nairobi Kenya which combines the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
What Is A Jock Itch Infection?
Jock itch infection, which is also known as Tinea cruris, is a skin disease caused by fungi that usually affects the groin and inner thigh.
What Causes Jock Itch Infections?
Jock itch is caused by fungi known as dermatophytes.
Risk factors for getting jock itch infections include the following:
*Having a Tinea pedis infection (fungal infection of the foot)
*Using contaminated towels
*Sweating a lot (hyperhidrosis)
*Wearing wet, restrictive clothing
*Living in a hot, humid climate
*Obesity
*Medical conditions like HIV, diabetes
*Applying corticosteroid creams on the skin
What Are The Symptoms Of Jock Itch?
Jock itch symptoms are a dry, scaly patch that is itchy and that begins at the crease of the groin and spreads down the thigh or up to the abdomen.
The border of this patch is raised and may have small swellings (papules) and swellings filled with pus (pustules).
Jock Itch Diagnosis
Jock itch infection diagnosis is made after our Doctor listens to the patient’s history and examines their skin.
If our Doctor suspects a jock itch infection, they may request a KOH test which is done on scrapings of the skin.
Jock Itch Infection Treatment
The best treatment for jock itch is one that combines prescription medications with over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
Prescription Medications
Topical medications are applied on the skin for jock itch treatment. These jock itch treatment creams for males and females include:
*Clotrimazole
*Miconazole
*Ketoconazole
*Econazole
*Terbinafine
*Butenafine
The best treatment for jock itch is an antifungal applied on skin like clotrimazole or terbinafine. Clotrimazole is the best antifungal cream for jock itch treatment for women and men.
Jock itch oral treatment is used for jock itch infection that is chronic or recurrent or recalcitrant and it includes the following prescription medications:
*Terbinafine is one of the strongest medicine for jock itch in Kenya.
*Itraconazole is another jock itch infection pill that is used for fungal skin infections.
*Fluconazole can also be used for jock itch treatment in Kenya.
Jock itch treatment guidelines for adults state that Terbinafine and Itraconazole are the first line treatment for jock itch that is extensive since they are the best antifungal tablets for jock itch. The fastest way to cure jock itch is by combining an antifungal tablet with an antifungal cream.
It is important to note that no antibiotic is good for jock itch infection because it is caused by fungi and not by bacteria.
Over-The-Counter Products
Over-the-counter products used to treat jock itch infections include the following:
*Terrasil Antifungal Cream which contains 1% Clotrimazole, tea tree oil and activated minerals. It is used to treat fungal scalp infections, fungal skin infections, jock itch, pityriasis versicolor, kerion and piedra. Click here to buy Terrasil Antifungal Cream.
*Molecular AF Antifungal Dynamic Oil which contains Origanum Oil, Melaleuca Oil (tea tree oil) and Cinnamomum Verum Oil which have antifungal properties. It is used to treat fungal infections on the skin, nails, toes and fingers. It is applied twice a day for 3 to 6 months. Click here to buy Molecular AF Antifungal Dynamic Oil.
Lifestyle Modifications
Lifestyle modifications used to stop jock itch permanently include the following:
*Having fungal infections of the foot and other parts of the body treated
*Not using contaminated towels and bedsheets and not contaminating your own towels by wiping feet with fungal infections
*Wearing loose clothing
*Losing weight if you are obese
*Not sharing personal items like towels
The fastest way to cure jock itch is by applying an antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream and taking an oral antifungal like Terbinafine tablets and making lifestyle changes like not using contaminated towels.
Jock Itch Complications
Complications of jock itch infections include the following:
*Hyperpigmentation or dark skin discoloration
*Secondary bacterial infections which cause pain, redness and swelling.
Jock Itch Prevention
To prevent jock itch infections do not share towels and other personal effects. In addition, get treatment for medial conditions that predispose someone to getting jock itch infections like Tinea pedis.
FAQ
What Can Be Mistaken For Jock Itch?
Skin conditions that can be mistaken for jock itch include contact dermatitis, psoriasis, Candida infection and Corynebacterium infection (erythrasma).
Is Jock Itch A STD?
Jock itch is not a STD or STI even though it can be spread by skin to skin contact.
Can Petroleum Jelly Cure Jock Itch?
Petroleum jelly cannot cure jock itch since it does not have antifungal properties.
Contact our Doctor today for the best jock itch treatment in Nairobi Kenya.