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Tinea cruris : Erythema, Female genital, Fine scaly plaque, Male genital, Thigh, Inguinal region, Pruritus
Tinea cruris (jock itch) is a superficial fungal infection of the skin of the groin area, most commonly caused by Trichophyton rubrum. Tinea cruris manifests as a symmetric or an asymmetric erythematous rash on the inner thighs and the crural folds. It is often spread to the groin from a fungal infection of the feet (tinea pedis).

Tinea cruris is frequently pruritic. It occurs most frequently in men but may also affect postpubertal females. People at higher risk include those who have diabetes mellitus, are obese, recently visited a tropical climate, wear tight-fitting or wet clothes (including bathing suits) for extended periods, share clothing with others, or participate in sports.

In the immunocompromised patient, pruritus may be absent. There is an increased risk of all dermatophyte infections (tinea pedis, cruris, corporis, and faciei as well as Majocchi granuloma) in immunocompromised individuals.

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ICD10CM:
B35.6 – Tinea cruris

SNOMEDCT:
399029005 – Tinea cruris

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An erythematous plaque with peripherally accentuated fine white scale on the upper inner thigh.

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