Tinea cruris, also called jock itch, is a fungal infection that commonly affects the inner thighs and groin region of men. It results in extremely itchy red rashes on the skin. It is frequently seen in athletes and people who sweat a lot.
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My infection for tinea cruris recurs inspite of having drugs. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have treated tinea cruris for the last six months with all allopathic medicines ranging from Terbinifine for six weeks to Itraconazole and Fluconazole and all the zole category ointments but there is no relief. The infection returns after one month of stoppage of medicine. No diabete... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a recurrence of tinea, and it will not go by any zole category ointment, you have taken a lot of medications, that is why you take one dose of Sulphur 200 early morning empty stomach, only once do not repeat it. Then wait for one week with no medicine (allow su... Read Full »
What ayurvedic medicines can treat tinea cruris?
Query: Hello doctor, Kindly tell me some ayurvedic drugs for tinea cruris. I had the disease last year but I am having the symptoms again. Itching has not gone completely. I have used Onabet cream. In the past, I have been on Tyza and Atarax. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tinea cruris is commonly caused by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. It causes mostly circular growth on the skin and often looks like rings. It is also referred as ringworms.Generally, it grows in unhygienic and wet areas. Antifungal management is the line of tre... Read Full »
Kindly suggest some homeopathic medicines for curing chronic Tinea cruris infection.
Query: Hello doctor, I had rashes on my back near my neck and arms three years ago. Firstly I tried homeopathic medicines from four or five doctors, then consulted a skin specialist, and had drugs and ointment but of no use. I suddenly had a heart attack two years ago, got stented, and continued Candid D3 ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Based on the information provided, several Homeopathic remedies can be useful to treat this condition. Considering your history and recent history of heart attack, I suggest you go for very mild and less frequent doses of Homeopathic medicine. I suggest you take a c... Read Full »