Homemade sulfur spray for jock itch?

[TokyoJoeblow]

Ok, so last year I went to Kusatsu hot springs with a lady friend of mine. We had a great time but I realized that after soaking in the natural onsen there that contained a concentrated volume of sulfur, my jock itch was not itching at all.

So the next day we both went to one of the local shops to talk with one of the staff about 湯の花(yunohana, which is sulfur powder) and he told me that it does indeed have the power to heal many issues. He says he uses it to quickly heal cuts and scrapes on the skin but that it can also heal skin infections such as jock itch.

I was skeptical to a degree about it being able to cure jock itch, but it definitely relieves the symptoms such as the severe itching and redness.

He instructed me to fill a 750ml spray bottle with water and mix in 1/4 of a plastic spoon (size somewhere between a teaspoon and a tablespoon) of sulfur powder. Then he mentioned to spray the surface area of where the jock itch is about 3 or 4 times max, but that you would have to spray a lot more than that amount for it to be dangerous. He just cautioned not to spray the area too much to avoid the skin becoming too dry.

I was really hesitant to use this but this case of jock itch is the worst I have had in my entire life easily. Regular creams and even one prescription cream have failed to cure it. The only thing that seems to really help fight against the insane itching is the sulfur powder. And no this isn't some STD, it is jock itch because I had a doctor verify this lol.

For those that don't know about this, here is a link: http://itisapieceofcake2011.blogspot.com/2017/11/what-is-yunohana.html

I bought this same package (the one on the left) from the same shop possibly:

My question is if there are any foreigners on this forum that have ever used yunohana to treat or cure any skin infections and did it help you?

I know Buta will be bothered that I posted another health related topic, but even if everyone on here is a pervert (me too), I feel that a lot of people here give good advice or have experienced things here in Japan that I haven't so it is still worth posting anyway. Also, this is the off topic section, so we shouldn't be limited to perverted posts only lol.

 

[BB0523]

From my understanding..... jock itch is a fungus and is of the same variety as athlete's foot... so basically, all you need to do is change your area's Ph level (no not phone).. go acidic with vinegar or lemon juice... of course the sulphur is doing the same thing, and since you purchased it already... You can also go to a doctor to request medication for "thrush" which is a throat version of fungus - most commonly occurring after surgery... however, this medication can cause liver damage.. (I am not a medical professional - just letting you know from my own experience). Good Luck

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

From my understanding..... jock itch is a fungus and is of the same variety as athlete's foot... so basically, all you need to do is change your area's Ph level (no not phone).. go acidic with vinegar or lemon juice... of course the sulphur is doing the same thing, and since you purchased it already... You can also go to a doctor to request medication for "thrush" which is a throat version of fungus - most commonly occurring after surgery... however, this medication can cause liver damage.. (I am not a medical professional - just letting you know from my own experience). Good Luck

But would vinegar or lemon juice be able to completely cure jock itch or are they used only for relieving symptoms?

 

[BB0523]

But would vinegar or lemon juice be able to completely cure jock itch or are they used only for relieving symptoms?

Here are other natural remedies as options:
1. Change Your Diet
Changes in your diet can make a big difference in healing and prevention of jock itch. Foods that are high in sugars and carbohydrates often encourage fungus growth. Consider more whole fruits and vegetables daily. It’s also important to note that alcohol, especially beer, can cause yeast to grow. By reducing or eliminating your alcohol consumption, you may be able to keep jock itch problems from arising in the first place. (4)

** Could affect your lessons with Students

2. Apple Cider Vinegar
Because the acids in apple cider vinegar act as antibacterial agents, it can be a great option for healing bacterial jock itch. In addition, the antifungal activity of apple cider vinegar fights candida and fungus growth, including jock itch. (5)

Combine equal parts apple cider vinegar and water into a spray bottle. You can place it in the refrigerator to provide a cooling effect that will bring added relief when applied to the inflamed skin.

3. Cornstarch
Cornstarch is another natural remedy for jock itch. Cornstarch is derived from dried corn kernels and is the primary ingredient in baby powders. It can help the skin have a fresh, dry feeling while soothing the burning, raw effects from scratching the infected areas. (6) This can be applied after any of these treatments, once the area is dry, and can also be a great preventive method.

4. Oatmeal and Epsom Salt Bath
This can be a relaxing way to achieve relief and healing. Add two cups of oatmeal and one cup of Epsom salt to a bath tub filled with warm water. Soak your body in the tub for about 20 minutes. Make sure the water is not too hot since hot water can cause itchy skin and you want to avoid further irritation. As a bonus for some added healing and relaxation, you can add 10–20 drops of lavender oil! (7)

5. Garlic and Honey
Garlic and honey have been known to provide relief because garlic is a natural bacteria killer while the honey soothes and helps control the itchy sensation associated with jock itch.

A study conducted in China looked to better understand the key components of garlic and its ability to fight infection. The main ingredients of garlic oil were identified as sulfides, mainly including disulfides (36 percent), trisulfides (32 percent) and monosulfides (29 percent) by gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer (GC/MS), which were estimated as the dominant antifungal factors. The good news is that the study indicated that the high antifungal effects of garlic oil make it a broad application prospect within antifungal environments. (8)

Although the garlic can cause a slight irritation, because the honey acts as a moisturizer, it should counteract this effect. Chop the garlic into very small pieces, or mince it and mix it with organic or unfiltered honey and a little warm water to make a paste. Apply it to the infected skin area two times a day for 15 minutes. Wash thoroughly and let the area dry before putting on clothing.

You can also apply at night before you go to bed and leave on overnight. Another option is to try increasing your garlic intake orally. You can do this by simply eating more raw garlic in your favorite dishes or taking garlic capsules that you make yourself or buy at your local health food store.

6. Calendula
Calendula is a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. It comes from calendula flowers or marigolds, providing wonderful skin-healing properties. Calendula may be perfect for anyone who has sensitive skin because it’s very soothing and calming. The flowers of marigold have long been employed in folk therapy, and more than 35 properties have been attributed as benefits from the flowers — all of which make it a good option to treat jock itch. (9)

7. Lavender Oil
Lavender oil benefits the skin as well because it’s a great antiseptic that contains antifungal properties. It’s very helpful in rapidly healing wounds and may aid in preventing the formation of scar tissue. And because it’s mild, it is typically safe to use on children.

Studies published in Medical Mycology report that lavender oil is highly effective and fighting infection and, therefore, may reduce fungal progression and the spread of infection in host tissues. (10)

8. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is great way to treat jock itch because it has powerful antifungal qualities and is a natural antiseptic and germicide that helps reduce itchiness and inflammation of the skin. Studies show that teat tree oil, tested at different various concentrations, definitely possesses antifungal activity, naturally working to kill jock itch fungus. (11)

Try combining three to four drops of tea tree oil with once ounce olive oil or coconut oil and apply to the area twice daily. Allow it to soak into the skin. Tea tree oil can sting a bit, so make sure to dilute with the base oils first.

9. Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is one of the best natural remedies to treat any skin infection. The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that aloe vera also has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antibacterial properties that may reduce your discomfort.

In addition, aloe vera penetrates deeply into the lower levels of the skin, bringing its remarkable properties to where they’re most needed. Although aloe is 99 percent water, aloe gel also contains a substance known as glycoprotein. Glycoprotein speeds the healing process by stopping pain and inflammation. It may also help stimulate the immune system. (12)

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

I must have read the exact same website as you before I went to work today. The list is exactly the same haha.

I will just visit a local dermatologist in the near future and have it checked out and see what is the best solution for curing this super die hard jock itch lol.

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

I know the dermatologist is just going to recommend some cream that doesn't get to the root of the problem, so before that I'm going to try two different things.

1. Find Tolnaftate at a pharmacy https://www.kegg.jp/entry/D00381

2. Order some tea tree oil soap, which is recommended by many well-known natural medicine specialists like Dr. Eric Bakker.

A link to his website: http://ericbakker.com/jock-itch-cure/

 

[NorthTriangle]

If you have jock itch, check to see you don’t have athlete’s foot ..
And, if you have athlete’s foot, take care not to unwittingly infect your groin area by the way you don your briefs or use your bath towels.
You may need to disinfect your clothes, shoes, towels, bath mats etc .. to kill the cycle of infection / reinfection.

Source: pp 13-17 of now-closed Primary Care Tokyo Clinic OTC handbook
https://static1.squarespace.com/sta...118b4ed5f27e2/1451865222478/PCT+OTC+Guide.pdf

Athlete's foot/fungal infections

Lamisil AT Cream: ラミシールATクリーム
terbinafine 10 mg/gram

Pyroace cream: ピロエースクリーム
Per 100g:
lanoconazole 1 g
isopropyl methylphenol 0.3g
crotamiton 5g
glycyrrhetinic acid 0.5g
menthol 1 g * probably not something you want anywhere near your balls...

Dermarin Grande X : ダマリングランデX
terbinafine
isopropyl methylphenol
lidocaine
glycyrrhetinic acid
menthol * same warning as above .

Tamuchinki Powder Spray C: タムチンキパウダースプレーc
clotrimazole
lidocaine
zinc oxide
chlorhexidine hydrochloride dipotassium glycyrrhizinate

Pyroace Z Liquid: ピロエースZ液
lanoconazole
chlorpheniramine maleate
crotamiton
glycyrrhetinic acid
menthol * same ball burnin’ warning

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

@North Triangle Yes, thanks for your post. I have made sure that my roommate and I both do not have athlete's foot and we carefully wash both the towels and clothes.

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

I actually went to see the local dermatologist this afternoon and just as I thought...he prescribed me a cream...for fuck sake lol.

It is called Hirudoid and I'm supposed to apply it on the infect area after I shower/bathe for 3 weeks.

I will have another checkup to have him check and see if this Hirudoid is helping cure the infection.

I sure hope this stuff works, but as my case of jock itch is severe...I have my doubts but I will give it a whirl anyway.

Has anyone heard of or used Hirudoid before? This doctor confidently claims that this is the best option for jock itch/athlete's foot.

 

[BB0523]

Maybe you can get one of the TAGsters from USA to get you some Lotrimine or Lamisil... they usually will do the trick... Oh, but you are in the provinces... ya JP to the rescue

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

Maybe you can get one of the TAGsters from USA to get you some Lotrimine or Lamisil... they usually will do the trick... Oh, but you are in the provinces... ya JP to the rescue

Yes, I'm just down here in the Japanese Ozarks lol. I actually came across a website that states: "Most cases of jock itch are easily and fully curable. There are very uncommon, long-standing cases of jock itch that may not be cured."

Here is the link: https://www.medicinenet.com/jock_itch/article.htm

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

So my lady friend just told me that the Hirudoid cream doesn't even cure jock itch...it is only for treating dry skin. So, the doctor refused to check my infected area until I first use this cream for 3 weeks (which only treats dry skin and poorly relieves itching). When I went to the restroom, my lady friend mentioned that he said that their aren't many people with jock itch/athlete's foot in this era? So confused by this statement, but I have had this since before I came to Japan and he should have taken that into account. I felt insulted and angry in that he downplayed my explanation of what I know is jock itch by just saying "Oh, it is probably just dry skin" and giving me this bullshit cream that even babies can use lol.

I wasted my time and money and I'm not going to take this cream for 3 weeks. I will go back to see him next week and just say I need him to check the region. If not, I will just never return there and just buy some Hi Vetic by Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

 

[Sudsy]

my lady friend

told me that the Hirudoid cream doesn't even cure jock itch

Is this lady friend a dermatologist?

If not, you might want to place your faith in the person that actually has a medical degree.

 

[MikeH]

If not, you might want to place your faith in the person that actually has a medical degree.

What would be the fun in that?

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

Is this lady friend a dermatologist?

If not, you might want to place your faith in the person that actually has a medical degree.

You may have missed my very clear point that this doctor refused to even check my infected area.

The only thing I trust now is that he is not a very intelligent doctor, as most doctors will actually check and see what the problem is for sure before randomly prescribe something.

That is like visiting a doctor while you are having a heart attack and instead of running tests to check the actual condition of your heart, he just tells you take some antacids and that it is most likely heartburn lol.

I'm returning to this same doctor after 3 weeks for a skin check up and get a good look at his face when he realizes I do have jock itch, which he claimed is just dry skin (without even checking what nerve!). He is going to feel embarrassed for his stupid mistake.

 

[MikeH]

He is going to feel embarrassed for his stupid mistake.

I think you have too high expectations about the doctors in here. But the good point in the Japanese health care system is you don't need to go back to a doctor you think is an idiot. Just go and see another one.

 

[oLUXo]

Treatment to jock itch = keep your junk clean and use baby powder if you sweat a lot.

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

Treatment to jock itch = keep your junk clean and use baby powder if you sweat a lot.

Oh I keep clean but I noticed that after using baby powder for many months, that it doesn't cure my jock itch. It does a good job drying it out though.

 

[BB0523]

Maybe the Doctor just doesn't want too see ur junk .. I mean if some dude asked u to check his junk would u be all " sure show me I wanna see that ?"

Clean, dry and change the PH ...The fungus will say bu-bye give it 3 weeks ..As u know they can be stubborn little bastards ..

 

[Lukes]

I once had some kind of fungal infection like jock itch that was pretty bad and was prescribed an antifungal cream with ketoconazole in it. So I used that in combination with keeping the area clean and dry as much as possible (shower with mild soap, dry well, change briefs once or twice a day if moist, etc.) and it cleared up completely in about 2-3 weeks. I've never had a recurrence.

I think the cause was the kind of underwear I was using. I usually use boxers, which are airier but had switched for a while to briefs (the tighter kind) and that caused me to get sweaty and moist in the genital area and inner thighs for long periods. I think the fungal infection may have resulted from that though neither me or the doctor could ever really be sure.

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

Maybe the Doctor just doesn't want too see ur junk .. I mean if some dude asked u to check his junk would u be all " sure show me I wanna see that ?"

Clean, dry and change the PH ...The fungus will say bu-bye give it 3 weeks ..As u know they can be stubborn little bastards ..

Oh, I know the reason is that he was uncomfortable seeing a foreigner's junk...pretty immature considering he is supposed to be a doctor.

 

[TokyoJoeblow]

I once had some kind of fungal infection like jock itch that was pretty bad and was prescribed an antifungal cream with ketoconazole in it. So I used that in combination with keeping the area clean and dry as much as possible (shower with mild soap, dry well, change briefs once or twice a day if moist, etc.) and it cleared up completely in about 2-3 weeks. I've never had a recurrence.

I think the cause was the kind of underwear I was using. I usually use boxers, which are airier but had switched for a while to briefs (the tighter kind) and that caused me to get sweaty and moist in the genital area and inner thighs for long periods. I think the fungal infection may have resulted from that though neither me or the doctor could ever really be sure.

Yes, I agree with you but since nothing is 100% unless he looks at my junk to verify, it is a little retarded of him to prescribe me what might not help at all when he will need to look at my junk in the next 3 weeks anyway lol.

I always wear loose, plain white boxers because the dyes of the colored boxers can irritate the infection as well. This cream he gave me isn't working at all might I add lol.

 

[namae]

I actually went to see the local dermatologist this afternoon and just as I thought...he prescribed me a cream...for fuck sake lol.

It is called Hirudoid and I'm supposed to apply it on the infect area after I shower/bathe for 3 weeks.

I will have another checkup to have him check and see if this Hirudoid is helping cure the infection.

I sure hope this stuff works, but as my case of jock itch is severe...I have my doubts but I will give it a whirl anyway.

Has anyone heard of or used Hirudoid before? This doctor confidently claims that this is the best option for jock itch/athlete's foot.

This one?:

http://www.rad-ar.or.jp/siori/english/kekka.cgi?n=1288

I am not a doctor and know nothing about jock itch (fortunately), but this cream and other creams/sprays with the same active ingredient ( heparinoid) are given away by my doctor.....no matter what the complaint, she finds a reason to load some heparinoid spray/cream into the prescription. I throw most of it away. I have used the pink one, and the blue spray ( heparanoid spray by Nichiiko) without any problem during winter for routine dry skin on the hands. Now your aware of the cream, you will notice many JPN women using it like Vaseline Intensive Care. This winter I used the Nichiiko cream ( it comes in a blue tube) for the first time on my hands.... and it caused me some problem....swelling, red skin and a blister about 1 cm in diameter on one of my fingers. It feels like there is fluid under the skin. I haven't got around to getting it fixed yet.

So just based on my experience I wouldn't be putting this cream near my genitals - even the pink cream( "soft ointment"). If you google around you may find advice like this from netdoctor UK: When should hirudoid not be used? Don't use Hirudoid on sensitive areas of skin, such as near the eyes, mouth or genital areas.

If you do decide to use it, then do not "over-dose" and maybe first test it on skin somewhere other than your private parts.

 

[warubuta]

Ok, so last year I went to Kusatsu hot springs with a lady friend of mine. We had a great time but I realized that after soaking in the natural onsen there that contained a concentrated volume of sulfur, my jock itch was not itching at all.

So the next day we both went to one of the local shops to talk with one of the staff about 湯の花(yunohana, which is sulfur powder) and he told me that it does indeed have the power to heal many issues. He says he uses it to quickly heal cuts and scrapes on the skin but that it can also heal skin infections such as jock itch.

I was skeptical to a degree about it being able to cure jock itch, but it definitely relieves the symptoms such as the severe itching and redness.

He instructed me to fill a 750ml spray bottle with water and mix in 1/4 of a plastic spoon (size somewhere between a teaspoon and a tablespoon) of sulfur powder. Then he mentioned to spray the surface area of where the jock itch is about 3 or 4 times max, but that you would have to spray a lot more than that amount for it to be dangerous. He just cautioned not to spray the area too much to avoid the skin becoming too dry.

I was really hesitant to use this but this case of jock itch is the worst I have had in my entire life easily. Regular creams and even one prescription cream have failed to cure it. The only thing that seems to really help fight against the insane itching is the sulfur powder. And no this isn't some STD, it is jock itch because I had a doctor verify this lol.

For those that don't know about this, here is a link: http://itisapieceofcake2011.blogspot.com/2017/11/what-is-yunohana.html

I bought this same package (the one on the left) from the same shop possibly:

My question is if there are any foreigners on this forum that have ever used yunohana to treat or cure any skin infections and did it help you?

I know Buta will be bothered that I posted another health related topic, but even if everyone on here is a pervert (me too), I feel that a lot of people here give good advice or have experienced things here in Japan that I haven't so it is still worth posting anyway. Also, this is the off topic section, so we shouldn't be limited to perverted posts only lol.

There is a really good spray for both jock itch and athletes foot. It comes in a small spray bottle. It smills like peppermint and it is cool on your skin. It dries to leave a faint white powder. It stops both athletes foot and jock itch dead in its tracks. It can be a bit exilerating on the balls at first but it is worth the few minutes of high tension. I am not bothered by your health related posts per se. I am bothered by how you insist on second guessing every doctor and very bit of conventional therapy for some whacky half assed shit. Ill bet if you dipped your frank and beans in boiling tempura oil, that would cure your itch! Give it a try! Or maybe let a wild inoshishi lick the effected area! That would work because inoshishi slaver is PH acidic! Yea! Great idea! Way to go Joe Blow, way to go.

 

[Lukes]

Yes, I agree with you but since nothing is 100% unless he looks at my junk to verify, it is a little retarded of him to prescribe me what might not help at all when he will need to look at my junk in the next 3 weeks anyway lol.

I always wear loose, plain white boxers because the dyes of the colored boxers can irritate the infection as well. This cream he gave me isn't working at all might I add lol.

That sucks. Hope the doc comes to the conclusion that you need medicine that actually works, lol.