Female jock itch is a type of fungal infection that usually occurs in women in their groin, inner thighs, or buttocks. It usually occurs in hot and humid conditions. It mainly occurs in the groin area because fungal organisms usually grow in warm and moist areas. Jock itch in female is caused due to heavy perspiration, obesity, tight clothing, changing undergarments infrequently, sharing towel or clothing with people who are suffering from fungal infection. Diagnosis of female jock itch The doctors would diagnose the condition based on the appearance and the location of the infection. It is important to consult a doctor for diagnosis because there are other skin problems that may look similar to female jock itch. The doctor will ask you about the symptoms and medical history (if any), and perform certain physical exams. The doctor or the dermatologist may ask for a laboratory test in which he or she might send the sample of the infected skin to viewed under a microscope or to get cultured ir definitive diagnosis. Based on the diagnosis of the infection the doctors might provide treatment options for female jock itch There are over-the-counter antifungal creams that can be helpful to treat mild cases of jock itch.