Jock Itch Center - Parsippany, NJParsippany Dermatologist Doctors for Jock ItchType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Parsippany * James J Milbauer MD  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Dermatology Associates of Morris PA  Nancy A Spinelli DO  Nancy A Spinelli DO  Nancy A Spinelli DO  Bonnie B Kazam MD  Affiliated Dermatologists  Advanced Dermatology  Affiliated Dermatologists  Affiliated Dermatologists  Affiliated Dermatologists  Robert E Marinaro MD  Affiliated Dermatologists  Dermatology Consultants  Dermatology Consultants  North Jersey Dermatology Center  Randolph Dermatology and MOHS Micrographic Surgery  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Dermatology & Laser Center of Northern N  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Affiliates  Joan P Noroff MD  Ira H Gouterman MD  Dermatology Consultants of Summit LLC  Emily M Altman MD  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  The Dermatology Group PC  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  Alan J Liftin MD  Center for Dermatology PA  Adrian L Connolly MD  Center for Dermatology PA  Stephanie Silos-Badalamenti MD PhD LLC  Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery Center  Jo-Ann Szylit MD  Summit Medical Group  Wayne Dermatology PA  Summit Medical Group  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  Willowbrook Medical Specialties  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  Alice C Cardullo MD  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  George Kihiczak MD  R Stephen Seibt MD  Shoshannah Pollack MD  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  Alfred S Nemlick MD PA  Image Dermatology PC  Robbie Beth Drossner MD  Thelma G Warshaw MD  Richard R Eisenberg MD  The Dermatology Center  North Bergen Dermatological Group PA  North Bergen Dermatological Group PA  Atlantic Dermatology Associates  K Neena Chima MD  Douglas Pravda MD  Advanced Dermatology  Reuben Rozanski MD  Cheryl Ackerman MD  George I Weinberger MD  Center For Dermatology & Laser Surgery  Herbert Maier MD  Warren Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  MSKCC at Basking Ridge  Clark Dermatology  Belleville Dermatology Center PA  Steven M Herzberg MD  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Floyd R Tanzer MD & Judy Silber MD  Floyd R Tanzer MD & Judy Silber MD  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology Parsippany, New JerseyUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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Jock ItchWhat is jock itch? What does jock itch look like?Jock itch is a common, itchy rash of the groin. It can be a very intense itch with or without a visible red or pink rash in the groin folds and genitals. Jock itch is primarily a skin condition in men. The symptoms of jock itch may come and go, and many cases of jock itch resolve spontaneously without any treatment. Jock itch is primarily seen in the groin, although it may spread to the inner thighs, genitals (including penis, scrotum, labia, and vaginal opening), and anus. While jock itch is frequently noted in otherwise healthy patients, patients with diabetes and/or obesity are more susceptible. Possible causes of this common groin itch include irritation from tight or abrasive underwear, excess moisture, sweating, skin rubbing or friction, allergic problems, fungal infection, Candida (yeast) infection, and bacterial overgrowth or skin infection. Treatment of fungal-related jock itch may include one or a combination of antifungal shampoos to wash the groin, antifungal creams, and rarely antifungal pills. Treatment of jock itch that is not caused by fungus involves proper groin hygiene, keeping the area clean and dry, and washing frequently with gentle soap and water (especially after sweating or exercise). Jock itch causes a symmetrical red or pink rash on the sides of the groin folds. There may be a dry, scaly rash or a collection of small, pinpoint red or pink bumps at each hair follicle. Sometimes, there may be no rash at all.
What causes jock itch? Who gets jock itch?Jock itch is a basic problem with inflammation of the skin in the groin. This inflammation may be caused by simple mechanical irritation, infections like bacteria and yeasts, or other noninfectious skin conditions. Causes of jock itch include the following:
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