At Almasi Skincare, we offer the best Tinea cruris treatment in Nairobi Kenya which combines the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
What Is A Tinea Cruris Infection?
Tinea cruris infection, which is also known as jock itch, is a skin disease caused by fungi that usually affects the groin and inner thigh.
What Causes Tinea Cruris Infections?
Tinea cruris is caused by fungi known as dermatophytes.
Risk factors for getting Tinea cruris 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 Tinea Cruris Infection?
Tinea cruris 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).
Tinea Cruris Infection Diagnosis
Tinea cruris infection diagnosis is made after our Doctor listens to the patient’s history and examines their skin.
If our Doctor suspects a Tinea cruris infection, they may request a KOH test which is done on scrapings of the skin.
Tinea Cruris Infection Treatment
The best treatment for Tinea cruris is one that combines prescription medications with over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
Prescription Medications
Topical medications are applied on the skin for Tinea cruris treatment. These Tinea cruris treatment creams or jock itch creams include:
*Clotrimazole
*Miconazole
*Ketoconazole
*Econazole
*Terbinafine
*Butenafine
The best treatment for Tinea cruris is an antifungal applied on skin like clotrimazole or terbinafine. Clotrimazole is the best antifungal cream for jock itch treatment for women and men.
Tinea cruris oral treatment is used for Tinea cruris infection that is chronic or recurrent or recalcitrant and it includes the following prescription medications:
*Terbinafine is one of the most effective treatment for Tinea cruris in Kenya.
*Itraconazole is another Tinea cruris infection pill that is used for fungal skin infections.
*Fluconazole can also be used for Tinea cruris treatment in Kenya.
Tinea cruris treatment guidelines for adults state that Terbinafine and Itraconazole are the first line treatment for Tinea cruris that is extensive since they are the best antifungal tablets for Tinea cruris.
The fastest way to cure severe Tinea cruris is to combine an antifungal applied on the skin like Clotrimazole cream with an antifungal taken by mouth like Terbinafine tablets.
It is important to note that no antibiotic is good for Tinea cruris infection because it is caused by fungi and not by bacteria.
Over-The-Counter Products
Over-the-counter products used to treat Tinea cruris 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 treat Tinea cruris infections 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
To get rid of a Tinea cruris infection fast, combine applying an antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream with taking an oral antifungal like Terbinafine tablets and lifestyle measures like not using contaminated towels.
Tinea Cruris Infection Complications
Complications of Tinea cruris infections include the following:
*Hyperpigmentation or dark skin discoloration
*Secondary bacterial infections which cause pain, redness and swelling.
Tinea Cruris Infection Prevention
To prevent Tinea cruris infections do not share towels and other personal effects. In addition, get treatment for medial conditions that predispose someone to getting Tinea cruris infections like Tinea pedis.
FAQ
How Can I Permanently Cure Tinea Cruris At Home?
To permanently cure Tinea cruris at home, you can apply tea tree essential oil diluted in coconut oil to the affected areas 2-3 times a day.
Please note that we at Almasi Skincare recommend using prescription medications rather than tea tree essential oil to treat Tinea cruris since it can cause irritant contact dermatitis.
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 Tinea cruris treatment in Nairobi Kenya.