Understanding Jock Itch

Jock itch is called "tinea cruris" by healthcare professionals. You may think only men or boys get jock itch but women and girls can get it too. It is especially common in athletes who sweat a lot. Jock itch is uncomfortable and bothersome, but is usually not serious.

Jock Itch Symptom Spotter

You may have jock itch if you have:

  • A rash in the groin, skin folds, inner thighs or buttocks
  • The edge of the rash is raised
  • Scaly or bumpy skin
  • The center of the rash is a red-brown color
  • A burning sensation in affected areas

Preventing Jock Itch

Like other fungal infections, jock itch is very contagious. It is caused by the same types of tinea as athlete's foot. In fact, the infection can spread from someone's feet to their groin.

The tinea fungus loves damp towels and sweaty work-out clothes. It moves easily to warm, moist skin in the groin area. You can also catch it from clothing and from direct contact with someone who already has it.

Important Selected Product Safety Information

Do not use OXISTAT® Cream and Lotion if you have hypersensitivity to any ingredient of this product.

Use the product only externally. OXISTAT is not to be used in the eyes or vagina. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, mouth, and other mucous membranes. Do not cover the treated area unless directed otherwise by your physician.

Use the medication for the full treatment time recommended by your physician, even though symptoms may have improved.

Inform the physician if the area of application shows signs of increased irritation, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing. In clinical studies with OXISTAT, the most commonly reported side effects were itching and burning.

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