Soaking in a bathtub with not help jock itch. The best thing to do is keep your crotch as dry as possible. that means changing your underwear or jockstrap when it gets wet and drying your crotch well after a shower or bathing. Tea tree oil is a natural disinfectant that works well to dry out skin problems and kill the infection. be carefull with tea tree oil though. pure tea tree oil can harm your skin. Also witch hazel works well to clean the area and helps to keep it dry and kill the fungus. Both Tea tree oil and Witch hazel can be bought at a natural food stores.
Chlorine may help to kill the fungus that causes jock itch when used in appropriate concentrations, such as in swimming pools. However, it is important to note that chlorine can also irritate the skin and worsen jock itch symptoms for some individuals. It is recommended to rinse off thoroughly after exposure to chlorine to minimize potential irritation.
How to get jock itch
Having Jock Itch does not mean that you have HIV. Jock Itch is a fungal infection. It is a type of ringworm.
An average of one in five people develops fungal infection at some point during their lifetime.
Jock itch is an infection -- a fungal infection. If you haven't had it before, you should probably go to the doctor and have it checked. If you are itchy and are too embarrassed to go the doctor, try an over-the-counter remedy, use it as instructed, and see if it works.
yes, since it is a fungus, it can be spread by touching affected areas. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jockitch
More common uses would be ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, jock itch, and nail fungus.
Jock itch can generally be treated with over-the-counter antifungal creams or sprays. It's important to keep the affected area clean and dry, avoid tight-fitting clothing, and wear clean underwear. If the jock itch persists or worsens, it's advised to consult a healthcare provider for further treatment.
A single fungus organism cannot be seen with the human eye, but a fungal colony, such as a mushroom or jock itch, certainly can be.
If you apply the alcohol externally it will be extremely painful as the Jock itch is a fungal infection that damages the skin's surface. If you think you have this condition, you should go and see a qualified medical practitioner (e.g. a doctor) to get a suitable treatment. By the way the fungus is very contagious.
Jock itch is a fungal infection, treated with anti-fungal medication.
There are many human diseases that are caused by fungus, some commonly known diseases caused by fungi are jock itch, ringworm and athlete's foot. There are other uncommon diseases caused by fungus and one that I can name of is called Favus.