Dhobie itch

Skin infection, caused by the fungus Tinea cruris and marked by ringed lesions in folds of the skin of the thigh region; it is aggravated by obesity, tight clothing, and warmth. Treatment is by antifungal agents and cold compresses.


A skin disease, a type of allergic dermatitis, caused by wearing clothes laundry-marked with ink used in India by native laundrymen (or women).


 


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