Tinea infections are fungal infections of the skin which are the most common skin conditions worldwide. ‘Tinea cruris’ otherwise known as ‘Jock itch’ is an infection in the groin, perineal and peri-anal area. It can present unilaterally or bilaterally with a red, raised and active border. Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum are the most common organisms causing ‘Tinea cruris’. The present report deals with a case of ‘Tinea cruris’ diagnosed as ‘Mandala kushta’ according to Ayurveda. Efficacy of treatment was assessed on the scoring of ‘Dermatology life quality index (DLQI)’ and. Total two assessments were done, before treatment and after follow-up. Virechana karma is done followed by internal Ayurvedic medicines with dietary restrictions along with life style changes. In present case, the patient got ‘clinical cure’ with good improvement in itching, dryness/scaling, redness/inflammation and also in discomfort after Virechana. Ayurvedic panchakarma treatment followed by internal medicines seems to prevent recurrence / relapse with high cure rate, short duration of action and without any adverse effects.

Keywords: Tinea Cruris; Ayurveda; DLQI; Dermatology Life Quality Index; Mandala Kushta; Fungal Infection.