Numerous small satellite sites are also common. Candidiasis has a characteristic “beefy red” appearance, with intense erythema, non-well-defined borders, andwhite pustules. Candidiasis and intertrigo also cause groin rashes. Possible differential diagnoses includes candidiasis, erythrasma, intertrigo, pityriasis versicolor, and psoriasis. Tinea cruris needs to be distinguished from other rashes (figure 1,3,5,6). 1,5-9Pain described as burning and stinging may also be present, especially in cases with a secondary infection. Lesions often have a tendency for central clearing, and satellite sites are infrequent. The rash may spread to the other thigh (if it is not initially infected), gluteal folds, and the pubic, suprapubic, and perianal regions, usually sparing the penis and scrotum. Sometimes, vesicles progress out of the crease of the groin.
1,3The rash typically forms as a half-moon shape, with distinct squamous borders and scaling. Initial symptoms of tinea cruris consist of a unilateral erythematous rash starting in the crease of the groin that can spread onto the upper thigh. 1,7Another possibility of infection is indirect contact through sharing sports equipment or towels. Self-inoculation to the groin region may occur from tinea pedis on the foot, as the 2 infections are commonly associated with each other. Other contributing species include Epidermophyton floccosum, Microsporum canis, and Trichophytom mentagrophytes 1,6,7 occasionally a secondary infection from bacteria or yeast is present. The dermatophyte most implicated in tinea cruris is Trichophyton rubrimus, which is the same causative agent for tinea pedis. Tinea infections are often caused by dermatophytes. 1,3,4The condition is on the rise among women, especially those who wear clothing or stockings that are too tight it is rarely found in children. 1,2Other risk factors include constant skin-on-skin friction, diabetes, excess sweating, obesity, and poor hygiene. Tinea cruris is widespread globally, particularly in places with high humidity and temperatures, such as the tropics.
This fungal infection, also known as jock itch-and sometimes Dhobi itch or eczema marginatum 1-must be treated, as it will not go away on its own. Tinea cruris is a common problem that mainly affects male adolescents and adults.
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