Tinea cruris

Updated: 2023-09-26

Description

Fungal infection in the skin of the groin and inner thighs. Also called jock itch.

Overview

Tinea cruris is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the groin and inner thighs, and buttocks. This condition is also called jock itch.

Symptoms

It causes an itchy, inflamed, often ring-shaped rash in these warm, moist areas.

Treatments

Treatment includes keeping the groin area clean and dry and applying topical antifungal medicine.