Jock Itch (cont.)
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Exams and Tests
The doctor will take your medical history and give you a physical examination. In most cases, the doctor will begin treatment on a trial basis. If the diagnosis remains in question or the rash does not respond to the initial treatment, the doctor will perform laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis.
- Your history should include the following:
- Any medical conditions you may have
- Questions regarding all current symptoms, including these
- excessive thirst
- excessive urination
- fever
- when the rash began
- infections or rashes you had before
- Current and past medication history, including any treatments you tried at home
- Social history includes the following:
- Sexual history
- HIV status
- Gym or sports activity
- Use of communal pool or whirlpool
- Pets
- Travel history, including any recent vacations, camping activities, and military reserve training
- A thorough physical examination should include the following:
- Vital signs
- Examination of all skin areas, including areas not involved such as these:
- Armpits
- Under the breast
- Feet
- For women, the vaginal area
- Tests that may be performed include these:
- Examination of your skin with a Wood's lamp (a source of long wavelength ultraviolet light)
- Skin scrapings to be examined under the microscope
- Fungal cultures
- Laboratory tests such as a blood sugar level or complete blood count
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- Symptom relief does not rule out other serious stomach conditions.
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