Ringworm is a fungal skin infection, being very common in the groin, as it is a region that accumulates heat and moisture more easily. It occurs mainly in men, although it can also occur in women, being frequent in people who play sports, who sweat a lot, obese or people with decompensated diabetes, as these are situations that facilitate the proliferation of bacteria in the folds of the skin.
To treat this infection, the general practitioner or dermatologist may recommend an antifungal ointment remedy, such as Miconazole, Ketoconazole, Clotrimazole or Terbinafine. However, home treatments are indicated to facilitate recovery and prevent recontamination, such as using talcum powder on wet lesions, drying well after bathing, not wearing tight clothing and never staying in wet underwear.
The most common type of ringworm of the groin is Tinha, or Tinea cruris , characterized by causing a reddish or brownish stain, which itches and may present areas of flaking or blisters around the lesion.
Treatment options
The main options that can be used to treat ringworm in the groin include:
1. Ointments
The main form of treatment to end groin ringworm is the use of antifungal ointments, such as Terbinafine, Miconazole, Imidazole, Clotrimazole, Fluconazole or Ketoconazole, for example.
These medications can also be presented in the form of a cream, lotion or spray, to facilitate application over the affected area, according to the needs of each person, and should be used for 3 to 4 weeks, or as directed by the doctor.
2. Remedies
In addition to the ointments, there is also the option of antifungal tablets, such as Ketoconazole, Itraconazole, Fluconazole or Terbinafine, which are only indicated by the doctor in cases of very large injuries or when there is no improvement after correct use of the ointments, for 1 to 4 weeks.
3. Home treatment
The home treatment of ringworm consists of measures that can be used together with the treatment guided by the doctor, never replacing, as they prevent or help in the recovery of the infection more quickly. It consists of:
- Use talc, containing antifungals or not, to help dry secretive lesions and reduce skin friction; Do not wear clothes that are too tight or that cause friction of the affected skin; Avoid heat and humidity; Wash the affected area with garlic tea solution, several times a day; Make compresses with chamomile tea solution, about 3 times a day, if the infection has moisture; Do not stay in wet underwear; Change your clothes daily and whenever you shower; Dry yourself well with the towel after bathing, and do not share towels.
In addition, if there are animals in the house, it is important to observe them, as they must also be treated if they have ringworm, to avoid reinfection.
Main symptoms
Symptoms of ringworm in the groin are usually the symptoms of Tinha cruris infection, characterized by:
- Reddish or brownish stain on the groin, with the appearance of being peeling; Itching in the groin; Appearance of bubbles at the end of the stain.
In addition, if the symptoms are accompanied by intense discharge, wounds or a foul smell, it may be Candida mycosis. Learn to identify and treat skin candidiasis.
How contagion happens
Groin ringworm usually appears due to the use of tight underwear, excessive sweating, poor personal hygiene, use of wet underwear for a long time, shared use of towels, underwear or sheets, or sexual intercourse with an individual with ringworm. It is also common for an individual with athlete's foot to have ringworm in the groin from touching or moving the feet and then in the groin without first washing their hands.
In addition, the people most likely to develop this infection are obese people, as they have deeper folds, sportspeople, who are in contact with sweat and moisture frequently, as well as uncontrolled diabetics, who are more likely to develop infections and greater difficulties. healing.
