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Overview
Sweat and tight clothes increase risk.
It can spread to the feet.
When to get medical care
Call 911Not an emergency.
Get care todayNot usually urgent.
See a doctor soonRash not improving with cream.
Causes
Caused by fungus.
OwieClear has pages on 1 condition that can cause itchy red rash in the groin or inner thighs. Each shows how soon to get care.
Common causes
- Jock itchOften treated at home
A common fungal rash in the groin and inner thighs that's red, itchy, and often has a raised edge.
What you can do at home
- Keep the area dry.
- Use antifungal cream.
Medicines
Antifungal creams.
At the doctor
Diagnosed by exam.
Questions you may be asked
- Duration
The exam
A skin exam.
Tests
- Skin scraping
Prevention
Keep dry.
- Wear loose clothing
Check your symptoms
Most symptoms have more than one possible cause. The symptom checker looks at all of your symptoms together, plus your age, and shows how soon to get care.
Sources
Last updated 2026-11-13.