I recently started a workout routine...
I've been wearing briefs during my workout that makes me sweat, "pretty heavily" in that particular area...
I'm beginning to itch like crazy in the groin...
because, I never had it before...
I'm wondering if this jock itch? ...
Do sprays and creams really work?-- what can I do to get rid of it? Here's some tips to help your problems with jock itch...
Look after your feet-- "why should I check my feet?" you may ask...
because, the fact is-- jock itch is caused by the same fungus that causes "athlete's foot" ...
and ...
it can be transferred to your groin area.
By checking between your toes, for signs of athlete's foot (red scaly appearance)...
And treating it immediately...
You can avoid the fungus from spreading...
Wear comfortable, 100% cotton underwear-- don't wear tight or binding underpants...
especially, during sporting activities.
Although sweating doesn't cause jock itch rash, These conditions create an environment for the fungus to thrive.
Take steps to minimize skin damage-- avoid bathing or showering with heavily perfumed soaps, shampoos and shower gels.
These products are known to cause minor skin damage...
which, In turn is also a breeding ground for jock itch causing fungi.
Try washing with un-perfumed soap...
when washing your hair in the shower --don't let the foam from shampoo's seap into creases in the groin area.
When toweling off-- pay special attention to carefully drying off in and around that area.
By taking these common sense measures...
and making them a daily habit...
Your jock itch problems will improve greatly.
But, in more serious cases further treatment may be necessary.