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Tinea Cruris Prevention
Prevention of tinea cruris includes:
  • Avoid close contact with those who have tinea cruris.
  • Keep your skin clean and dry:
    • Bathe after physical exertion and sweating.
    • Change clothes and underwear frequently in hot weather.
    • Wear loose fitting, clean cotton underwear.
  • Good personal hygiene
  • Wash personal items regularly:
    • Bedding
    • Clothes
    • Linens
  • Do not share personal care items:
    • Towels
    • Razors
  • Wash your hands frequently.
  • Clean showers with strong disinfectants.
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Last Updated: Aug 12, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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