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  2. Tinea cruris - Wikipedia

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    Tinea cruris (TC), also known as jock itch, is a common type of contagious, superficial fungal infection of the groin and buttocks region, which occurs predominantly but not exclusively in men and in hot-humid climates.

  3. Bullous impetigo - Wikipedia

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    Bullous impetigo is a bacterial skin infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus that results in the formation of large blisters called bullae, usually in areas with skin folds like the armpit, groin, between the fingers or toes, beneath the breast, and between the buttocks.

  4. Granuloma inguinale - Wikipedia

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    A granuloma is a nodular type of inflammatory reaction, and inguinale refers to the inguinal region, which is commonly involved in this infection. The disease is commonly known as donovanosis, after the Donovan bodies seen on microscopy, which are a diagnostic sign. [13]

  5. What are the signs of a bacterial infection? Experts explain.

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    Certain bacterial infections can be serious and in some cases, life-threatening, say experts. Skip to main content. Subscriptions; Animals. Business. Entertainment. Fitness. Food. Games ...

  6. List of types of tinea - Wikipedia

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    For each location on the body, the name of the condition changes. A fungal infection of the groin is called Tinea cruris, or commonly "jock itch". The fungi tend to spread to areas of skin that are kept warm and moist, such as with insulation (clothes), body heat, and sweat. However, the spread of the infection is not limited to skin.

  7. Impetigo - Wikipedia

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    Impetigo is a contagious bacterial infection that involves the superficial skin. [2] The most common presentation is yellowish crusts on the face, arms, or legs. [2] Less commonly there may be large blisters which affect the groin or armpits. [2] The lesions may be painful or itchy. [3] Fever is uncommon. [3]

  8. Pediculosis pubis - Wikipedia

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    The main symptom is an intense itch in the groin, particularly at night. There may be some grey-blue discolouration at the feeding site, and eggs and lice may be visible. [1] [2] [3] Scratch marks, crusting and scarring may be seen, and there may be signs of secondary bacterial infection. [1]

  9. Tinea corporis - Wikipedia

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    Tinea corporis is a fungal infection of the body, similar to other forms of tinea. Specifically, it is a type of dermatophytosis (or ringworm) that appears on the arms and legs, especially on glabrous skin ; however, it may occur on any superficial part of the body.