HOMEOPATHY FOR TINEA CRURIS OR JOCK ITCH

Tinea cruris, also known as jock itch, is a specific form of tinea due to a dermatophyte fungus affecting the groin, pubic region, and adjacent thigh. It presents as an acute or chronic asymmetrical rash.

Tinea cruris affects both sexes, with a male predominance. All ages can develop tinea cruris, adolescents and adults more commonly than children and elderly.

Causes

Tinea cruris is caused by a dermatophyte fungus, most commonly Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.

Clinical features

·       Tinea cruris usually begins in the inguinal skin fold on one side which can evolve to become a bilateral but characteristically asymmetrical rash.

·       The rash can extend down the inner aspect of the thigh or to the lower abdomen and pubic area.

·       Involvement of the buttocks and perineum may be seen but there is typically sparing of the penis, scrotum, and vulva.

·       Moist and exudative rash in acute tinea cruris

·       Chronic tinea cruris presents as large well-demarcated scaly plaque with a raised border and central clearing.

·       Scale is most prominent at the edge of the plaque

·       Severe itching

HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES

Homoeopathy today is a growing system and is being practiced all over the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. When Tinea cruris   is concerned there are many effective medicines are available in Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient, considering the mental and physical symptoms.

GRAPHITES

Graphites is one of the top Homoeopathic remedies for jock itch with recurrent episodes. It is prescribed where the skin is dry, rough with severe itching. Sometimes moist and crusty eruptions are seen on the part from which oozes out a sticky exudation. Graphites is effective for fungal infection around vulva.

THUJA OCCIDENTALIS 

Thuja occidentalis is another effective Homoeopathic medicine for jock itch where the skin is dry, and is very sensitive to touch. The eruptions are accompanied by violent itching or burning. Scratching and cold bathing makes the condition worse.

Locally applied Thuja oil or ointment is found to be effective.

CHRYSAROBINUM 

Chrysarobinum is best for jock itch with violent itching. There is violent itching between thighs and genital area. The skin is dry, and scaly eruptions are seen sometimes pus underneath.

SEPIA

Sepia is effective for jock in the groin and genitals with much scratching, but scratching provides no relief. The skin is rough, hard or cracked.

PSORINUM

Psorinum is another effective medicine for jock itch with intense itching, and burning which is worse from warmth of bed. The skin is dirty and have a dingy look.

BARYTA CARBONICUM

 Baryta carb is prescribed when jock itch occurs with intolerable itching and crawling sensation. The person feels a peculiar burning sensation and needle – loke pricks with violent itching.

ARSENICUM IODATUM

Arsenicum iodatum is best for jock itch where the skin is dry, scaly, flaking and erythematous. Itching worse from washing.

TELLURIUM

Ring shaped lesions, offensive odor from the affected part. Severe itching. Skin dry, and hot.