Symptoms
Jock Itch is generally characterized by itchiness near the groin (or) thighs along with elevated red rashes and peeling of skin in the affected area. The raised rashes may also produce tiny pus filled pimples along the borders.
Jock itch usually starts as a rash that appears on both sides of the groin and slowly moves towards the thigh region. The infection is always more prominent in the areas that have been newly infected than in the areas that have been infected for a longer period.
If the infection is caused by a candidal organism such as yeast one may experience an even redder and wetter rash. Unlike other organisms, candidal organisms may even attack the penile skin causing itching and rashes. Over a period of time the itchiness and redness may reduce (or) in certain cases it may even become worse and cause breakage of skin. Candidal organisms are also known for causing vaginal yeast infections in women.
It is also important to know that these symptoms don't necessarily indicate a jock itch infection as there are other skin rashes of the groin that also produce similar symptoms. Examples of such rashes are intertrigo and erythrasma, both of which are quite similar to jock itch but neither are caused by fungi. It is therefore essential that one consults a doctor first to confirm the condition and then take the necessary treatment.
