Jock Itch Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Symptom #2: Skin Irritation
Jock itch that presents with skin irritation in the groin area may be a symptom of contact dermatitis or eczema. It is estimated that about fifteen million Americans suffer from some form of eczema 2https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases_conditions/hic_understanding_eczema. In eczema cases, itching may start before there is any sign of a rash. Scratching the itch leads to a rash that may spread to other areas.
The rash may present as patches of reddish or gray skin. With time, the rash changes into tiny, fluid-filled bumps, which may ooze and form a crust on the skin’s surface. Jock itch caused by contact eczema may disappear if the skin no longer comes into contact with the material that provokes it
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