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What is jock itch & how do you get it? can females get it? what does it mean when the tip (head) of a man's penis constantly itch? what makes it itch?

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A yeast infection: Jock itch is a skin yeast infection of the groin area. Yeast infections usually happen in warm, moist areas. Women can get jock itch too but it usually affects mensince they tend to sweat more in that area. It's treated with topical antifungal creams.

Answered 1/14/2013

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Fungus and Yeast: Yes, women can get jock itch. Jock itch is usually caused by a fungus. It is often transferred to the groin from the feet when you put on your underwear. Many things can make a man's penis itch- consider yeast, psoriasis, allergy among the most common. Balanitis is a term used to describe irritation at the top of the penis- many causes.

Answered 2/6/2019

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