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Genitocrural dermatophytosis

Dermatofitose genitocrural

Category

Definition

Dermatophyte infection of the inguinocrural folds and adjacent external genitalia (tinea cruris). It presents as erythema and inflammation of affected skin with an advancing scaly edge. It is typically itchy and affects adult men much more commonly than women or children. Dermatophyte infection of the toe clefts commonly co-exists.

Inclusions

  • Tinea cruris
  • Ringworm of groin
  • Dermatophytosis of groin

Index Terms

Genitocrural dermatophytosisTinea crurisJock itchRingworm of groinDermatophytosis of groin