What Causes a Genital Rash and How Is It Treated?

Summary: Genital rashes can be super uncomfortable and are caused by many different things. Some are from infections like fungus (jock itch or yeast infections), bacteria (like syphilis), bugs (like lice or scabies), or viruses (like herpes or warts). Other times, they happen because of long-lasting skin conditions like psoriasis. Symptoms usually include redness, itching, burning, or sores.

To keep your private parts healthy, you should wear breathable cotton underwear, change out of wet swimsuits right away, and keep the area clean and dry. Treatment depends on what is causing the rash, so doctors might use creams, antibiotics, or antifungal medicines to help. If a rash covers more than 10% of your body or you have a fever, you need to see a doctor right away.

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