Star-Singer Adele is infected with ‘Jock Itch’ from wearing Spanx regularly and performing under the hot stage lights. Reveals that she sweats a lot!
Adele on developing Jock Itch
Recently, Hollywood singer Adele complained of her sweat glands overworking themselves and feeling like she’s ‘sitting on her own sweat’. The doctor identified the condition and diagnosed her with a skin-infection called Jock Itch.
Adele disclosed her malady to her fans and the media in a concert in Las Vegas. ‘I didn’t even know it existed’ says the singer. She further reveals that the reason behind her contracting the fungal infection was from wearing Spanx regularly on-stage and routinely performing under the hot lights.
The 35-year old chanteuse also whined about being engulfed in sweat. Following the diagnosis, she has been prescribed ointment by her doctor. On a light-hearted note, Adele quips that being diagnosed with Jock Itch makes her look like a ‘big athlete!’
Breaking the facade, Adele gets real!
The ‘Hello’ singer, who looks absolutely ravishing in her iconic gowns, lets out her annoyance over having to wear taut and sheathlike Spanx underneath her garments to maintain the shape and fit in the chic outfits.
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Adele, smashed the oh-so-glamorous image of the showbiz by getting candid on how maintaining an impeccable facade for the audience, by wearing unfavourable or uncomfortable costumes, can cause health troubles.
The Grammy winner also jested after the revelation that the British media will now write ‘Adele’s got body acne!’
What is Jock Itch?
Jock Itch is a fungal infection caused from excessive sweating or skin getting chafed from body-hugging outfits. It manifests as rashes in the damp areas of the body. Mostly affecting the groin and inner thigh, these circular red bruning eruptions are itchy and can be tamed with cream or anti-fungal sprays.
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People who perspire a lot or athletes are most susceptible to this infection. Keeping yourself clean and dry, taking care of personal hygiene, showering twice a day, wiping away sweat beads along with wearing loose and comfy clothes can keep you safe from getting these rashes.
Dermatologist, Dr Rinky Kapoor elaborates that Jock Itch, also known by its medical name ‘Tinea Crutis’, is a contagious condition and requires medical scrutiny at the earliest. It’s a fairly habitual occurrence in patients suffering from diabetes and thyroid.
Moreover, Dr Vijay Singhal, a well-known dermatologist, explains that this infection is caused by a fungus identified as dermatophytes, which thrive in sweaty regions.
Adele, Back on Stage!
After a three-month long hiatus, the eminent English songwriter bounced back into limelight and launched ‘Weekends with Adele’ on June 16, where she aims to have concerts and shows every week . The Las Vegas show was a massive success and she looks forward to having more such events as she has her calendar filled until November.
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She uses these gatherings to wholesomely bond with her fans, share heart-to-heart confessions, reveal her personal, intimate stories and rejoice in the mirth. Not long ago, she spilled the beans on battling a really bad sciatica, causing her chronic pain in the lower back and knees. She has always been vocal about the damaging implications of the glitzy Hollywood lifestyle. Earlier, she unapologetically acknowledged her postpartum depression and stage fright.
The ‘Rolling in the Deep’ vocalist is at her boldest and most genuine self when on stage. Apart from keeping the public mesmerised with her mellifluous voice and delivering ageless classics in her concerts, she often makes witty, relatable jokes and talks freely with her fans.
