For other uses, see Stern (disambiguation). The stern is the back or aft-most part of a ship or boat, technically defined as the area built up over the sternpost, extending upwards from the counter rail to the taffrail. The stern lies opposite of the bow, the foremost part of a ship.
Residual skin discoloration in the groin may persist for weeks to months after more severe forms of jock itch clear. This darkish discoloration is called hyperpigmentation and may be treated with one or a combination of: Hydroquinone 4% cream. Kojic acid cream. Azelaic acid 15% cream.
Cranberry pills might help to alleviate jock itch discreetly. Cranberry pills contain vitamins and nutrients -- for example, vitamin E, an anti-inflammatory agent -- that can help to restore the pH balance and reduce the inflammation that causes jock itch. Added a more authoritative reference.