Rash on Inner Thigh Male

Bad Clothing

• Clothing prepared from materials which are synthetic in nature or prepared from chemical products (that are capable of inducing an allergic response in the human body) such as use of rubber and latex in preparation of clothing can significantly induce rash on thighs.

• Elastic fittings used in baby diapers can also serve as a reason for rash on the inner thigh.

Sweat Rash

• Sweat rash groin may develop due to excessive sweating. The sweat contains bacteria which are known to induce or worsen an allergic response to cause localized redness, rash and discomfort.

• Proper maintenance of hygienic conditions can help in reducing the frequency of such rashes.

Insect Bites

• Small bumps or rashes may appear after an insect bite such as bed bugs, mosquito, or ants bites. Although such rashes are not very long lasting and disappears on their own after few hours, the rashes may cause significant itching and discomfort.

• Medical attention is required in case the symptoms begin to worsen; however, rash due to tick bites does not require any medical care.

Fungal Infection

• Fungal infections such as jock itch are caused by tinea cruris, and are characterized by severe itching and redness on rash. These rashes sometimes turn into blisters which secretes water like secretions.

• The areas where these rashes develop are defined by significant edges and appear bright red in color.

Heat Rash

Heat rash is a condition that is characterized by the blockage of sweat glands which results in the accumulation of sweat beneath the skin layers. This inability of sweat to get excreted can also produce heat rash.

Other major causes of heat rash include:

• Immaturely developed sweat ducts

• Constant humid weather

• Some fabric and clothing

• Overheating, etc.

• Heat rash is more commonly observed in areas where there is an increased friction on the skin such as inner thigh.

Shaving

Itchy rash may also develop as an after-effect of shaving the skin with razor. Small bumps are usually observed which are termed as pruritic spots. If not treated on time or in the absence of optimal hygienic conditions, these spots may develop into blisters.

Activities Like Jogging and Cycling

Physical activities in which thighs are involved such as cycling and jogging result in heat rash inner thigh male due to friction (in case the sweat glands are blocked) or due to excessive sweating.

If not treated on time, the rash may turn into blisters, leading to inflammation of follicles called folliculitis.

Contact Dermatitis

Use of certain fabric, chemical exposure, lotions, soap and creams can cause inflammation in skin layers, which is presented with rash and itching, termed as contact dermatitis. The allergic response initiates when the irritant comes in contact with skin layers. Contact dermatitis is mostly presented with skin sores associated with itching and rash; in severe cases, blister may also appear.

The most common method to treat contact dermatitis is to eliminate the irritant cause.

Atopic Dermatitis

Eczema, commonly called as atopic dermatitis is characterized by rash due to hypersensitivity reactions on the skin. This condition gets worse if the person is suffering from dry skin problem or allergy along with atopic dermatitis.

If scratched, the rash may turn into sores and blisters which are extremely painful.

Application of cold compress or use of anti-histamine medications may help in reducing the rash. Application of hydrating lotions is also recommended for preventing and/or appropriately managing this condition.

Allergies

A generalized rash may appear as a result of food allergy or allergy due to medications. Some of the common ingredients that induce a hypersensitive reaction include peanuts, eggs, some sea-foods, etc.

If neglected or appropriate measures are not taken, then they can affect other systems such as kidneys, liver, heart also.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

• Different sexually transmitted diseases such as syphilis, warts, and herpes are represented by rashes on lower pelvis involving the thighs.

• Rash appears as a result of STDs and require serious medical attention and appropriate treatment for prevention and care.

• Olive oil is effective for reducing the redness caused by rash.

• Application of cold compress or washing the area frequently with cold water also helps soothe the skin.

• Topical application of aloe vera has good anti-bacterial properties and has been used as a proven remedy for rash management.

• Skin irritability caused by rash can be eliminated with the regular use of chamomile tea.

• Mixture of honey with apple cider vinegar has been proven effective against allergies.

• Try to wear loose and breathable clothes during hot humid weather, especially at night.

• Use anti-fungal creams in case of fungal infections.

• Keep the thigh and reproductive areas completely dry after shower.

• Vitamin C agents such as citrus fruits must be added in diet in order to improve the immunity against infections and allergies.