Question 1

white scaly patches in the inner folds of my skin near the butt area. it itches and some pain from scratching.do i have jock itch? i am a female.

Accepted Answer

Candida: Candida or yeast can certainly create these symptoms and presentation.  You can get a prescription from your doctor. In the meantime, cut out all sugar and yeast from your diet, keep the area clean and dry and you will start to feel better.

Question 2

i'm not sure if what i have is jock itch, but under my scrotum a foul smelling liquid is secreting and itches occasionally. and if scratches it bleeds?

Accepted Answer

Could be yeast: try either miconazole or clotrimazole cream to the area twice daily and follow up with your physician.

Question 3

hi. i have a bad case of jock itch for 8 years. it itches like crazy mainly  if i eat bread or anything sweet. i tried tea tree oil, and applied it directly on it. it burned like hell, but the next day it was gone. now it's back. what do i do?

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Stop self treating: Get examined. You will need to stop any oils which will "lock in" any fungal infection. You will need to be examined,placed on both oral antifungal antibiotic and a cream that contains antifungal and cortisone medications. 8 years is a bit absurd...and you now have a chronic skin condition. Consider a dermatology evaluation.

Question 4

i have a raised red streak on the base of my penis. there are small, blister like spots, one which broke open, and it itches. is this jock itch?

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Bump: Could be but could also be molluscum or herpes. Have it checked by your doctor, urologist or dermatologist.

Question 5

i have a rash in the crease of my buttocks abottom of bikini line. i fear it may be shingles. it has lasted months. i tried cortozone creams, jock itch cream, tripicol and alchohol. it itches really bad. if i scratch it gets worse. it is bumpy and sometim

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This : This is unlikely shingles since the rash itself has lasted months. Perhaps it is a fungal infection or folliculitis or eczema or psoriasis?  I would recommend you see a dermatologist and get an accurate diagnosis so you can start good treatment to help your symptoms.  It is quite common to have these conditions in that location. I hope that helps a little.

Question 6

a few raised and also flat non itchy non painful bumps on penis head. non on shaft or balls. groin also itches. no burning sensation or discharge. i work outside for a living so i sweat. could this be jock itch or heat rash?

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This is likely: Do get this seen by your physician at your yearly physical. We want to be sure it's not pre-cancer -- this pops up as little red splotches on the glans. I admire and respect you as an outdoor worker -- thanks for what you do. Some talcum / gold bond powder to the area before and after can work minor miracles for heat rashes on a guy.

Question 7

why does my head itches?

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Itching of scalp: It is possible you have very dry scalp or dandruff- have your family doctor examine you, .

Question 8

if the skin itches does that mean your face dry?

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Dry skin: That is one cause. Are there any other clues?

Question 9

what do you suggest if my head itches like crazy?

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Several possibilitie: Itches like crazy sounds pretty darn serious.  You might have someone check for hair lice or other offending agents.    Less intense itching might be related to your shampoo, hair products, including reaction to dyes, etc.  Less intense itching could also be related to a fungus infection of the scalp, which would need some anti-fungal treatments.

Question 10

i'm worried because my head itches a lot, what do you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Have it looked at.: There are many types and causes of skin rashes.  Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

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White scaly patches in the inner folds of my skin near the butt area. it itches and some pain from scratching.do i have jock itch? i am a female.

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I'm not sure if what i have is jock itch, but under my scrotum a foul smelling liquid is secreting and itches occasionally. and if scratches it bleeds?

A member asked:

Hi. i have a bad case of jock itch for 8 years. it itches like crazy mainly if i eat bread or anything sweet. i tried tea tree oil, and applied it directly on it. it burned like hell, but the next day it was gone. now it's back. what do i do?

A member asked:

I have a raised red streak on the base of my penis. there are small, blister like spots, one which broke open, and it itches. is this jock itch?

A member asked:

I have a rash in the crease of my buttocks abottom of bikini line. i fear it may be shingles. it has lasted months. i tried cortozone creams, jock itch cream, tripicol and alchohol. it itches really bad. if i scratch it gets worse. it is bumpy and sometim

A member asked:

A few raised and also flat non itchy non painful bumps on penis head. non on shaft or balls. groin also itches. no burning sensation or discharge. i work outside for a living so i sweat. could this be jock itch or heat rash?

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Why does my head itches?

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If the skin itches does that mean your face dry?

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What do you suggest if my head itches like crazy?

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I'm worried because my head itches a lot, what do you suggest?

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