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Everything you need to know about the fungus in the groin or "Jock itch"

The medical term "athlete's groin", colloquial "jockey itch" is a disease quite common in men and women have the fungus in my groin. In adolescents and children it is usually not diagnosed. The localization of the fungus appear buttocks, inner thigh, surface of genital and anal folds.

Causes of

Fungus in the groin region occurs due to the unnaturally moist environment in which are Kolpakova region and the genitals.

Лечение грибка фармацевтическими и народными средствами

There are many time-tested folk remedies that help to get rid of the fungus inguinal areas. In fact, many anti-fungal ointments are composed of herbs. In the treatment of fungus in the groin herbal drugs is necessary to consider individual sensitivity to active components of plants.

Features of treatment of inguinal fungus in women

    • Prevention

      The main way to prevent the disease is to destroy a favorable environment for the colonization of the fungus, which is achieved by the observance instilled in intimate and personal care:

      • Sweat is the perfect breeding ground for fungus, so the intimate area should be clean and dry. Mandatory showers after practices and physical activity;
      • Personal hygiene items (soap, towel, washcloth, etc.) should have only one host;
      • Underwear must be changed every day. It is important to choose natural, breathable fabrics;
      • In the public shower rooms are required to wear sneakers and minimal contact with the handrails, walls and other items, which may be fungi;
      • If someone close is suffering from fungal infection of the inguinal folds and other fungal infections of the skin, necessary to carry out the above maintenance procedures and periodically disinfect the objects with which contacts the patient.

      Fungus in the groin – although not dangerous, but rather unpleasant disease. For a successful recovery and avoid relapses it is necessary to conduct diagnosis, proper treatment and to contain the groin and nearby areas dry and clean.

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