Under pants with bare feet, millions can run the risk of a horrible and embarrassing groin infection, has warned a top doctor.
So -called 'cross rot' is caused by the fungus, Tinea Corporis, generally known as ringworm, and appears as flaky, itchy and sometimes red skin.
And according to Dr. Samuel Choudhury, a general practitioner who specializes in skin care, often spreads the infection to the genital area through the feet.
Shared in a video with its 450,000 Tiktok -followers Dr. Choudhury that foot ring worm is incredibly common – which affects around 70 percent of people at least once in their lives.
And studies show that around 20 percent will undergo the same infection in the Lies area at some point.
Dr. Choudhury explained that underwear comes into contact with the fungal spores on the feet and carries them to the groin.
'So this is what you have to do to prevent Jock itching [crotch infection]”He added.
'Wearing underwear is not the solution, but first wearing your socks. It acts as a barrier, so that you contain the infection. '
He added that those who suffer from Jock itch are 'should' think of 'the state of their feet.
NHS -Guidance reflects Dr.'s warnings Choudhury and advises that fungus groin financing are usually caused by reinfection from other parts of the body, such as hands or feet.
Studies have shown that young men are most likely to suffer, as well as those who work in High temperature environments, wear tight assembly clothing or be obese.
These fungi naturally live on your skin and usually do not cause any problems.
However, wearing sweat -made clothing after exercise can lead to prolonged exposure to moisture, so that the fungi can multiply quickly.
Jock itching, sometimes called 'cross rot', is contagious as long as the fungal spores live on the skin.
These traces can even live on surfaces such as bedding and towels for more than a year if they are not washed.
Advice to treat the infection includes daily washing of affected skin areas, ensuring that they dry thoroughly and avoiding scratching and washing clothes and bedding.
If the symptoms do not improve with home treatments, experts advise you to contact the doctor for advice.
Doctors will usually prescribe an anti-fungal cream, such as hydrocortisone and/or an oral anti-fungus if the infection gets worse.
