Severe itching under scrotum

Dear Ask The Doctor: I have severe itching underneath my scrotum and after itching the skin there peels and becomes sore making it moist and wet all through.pls any recommendation on what is causing this and how to treat it.thanks

Dear Abdul: There could be several conditions that could be causing your symptoms of itching groin. The most common cause of a groin itch is due to tinea cruris, a fungal infection. An anti-fungal cream with hydrocortisone (a steroid) will treat the infection and reduce the symptoms of itching.