Why do I get a rash between my thighs when I sweat?

Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a fungal infection that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body. The rash often affects the groin and inner thighs and may be shaped like a ring. Jock itch gets its name because it’s common in athletes. It’s also common in people who sweat a lot or who are overweight.

How do I get rid of sweat rash on my thighs?

Bathe or shower in cool water with nondrying soap, then let your skin air-dry instead of toweling off. Use calamine lotion or cool compresses to calm itchy, irritated skin. Avoid using creams and ointments that contain petroleum or mineral oil, which can block pores further.

How do you get rid of a heat rash on your upper thigh?

If you have a rash:

1. Apply cool compresses to soothe irritation and reduce itching. Oatmeal baths help, too.
2. Use OTC hydrocortisone creams or antihistamines (with your doctor’s approval) to help relieve itching.
3. Avoid anything you think may be irritating your skin.

What does a rash on your thighs mean?

Other allergic or inflammatory causes of thigh rash include: Eczema (skin disorder causing scaly or blistering rashes that may be caused by allergy) Food allergies (allergic reactions to certain foods) Insect bite allergy such as a bee sting. Intertrigo (irritation caused by rubbing together of skin surfaces)

How do you get rid of thigh rash?

What causes rash on thighs and buttocks?

Intertrigo. Intertrigo is a rash that forms in the folds of the skin. When skin rubs against skin, it causes friction and creates a warm, moist environment that is ideal for fungal and bacterial growth. Intertrigo is common in the skin between the buttocks (butt crack), which can become very raw, itchy, and painful.

What exercises get rid of thigh rubbing together?

Exercises to tone inner thighs

1. Curtsy lunge. Reps: 10–15 on each leg. Equipment needed: none.
2. Lunges with dumbbell. Reps: 30 seconds per leg.
3. Pile squats. Reps: perform for 30 seconds total.
4. Skaters. Reps: 20 repetitions.
5. Medicine ball side lunge. Reps: 10–15 reps or 30 seconds per leg.
6. Supine inner thigh lift. Reps: 15 on each leg.

Will losing weight stop chafing?

Weight loss is not a guaranteed way to prevent thigh chafing. If you’re carrying a few extra pounds then some healthy and safe weight loss may decrease chafing. But, excess skin from rapid weight loss can sometimes make thigh chafing worse.