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.
These itchy welts can show up anywhere on your skin. Theyâre caused by an allergic or other type of reaction. Your doctor may call them urticaria. They can last a few minutes or several days before they go away. Sometimes theyâre a sign of more serious problems, especially when you have trouble breathing. Hives that recur or that last more than 6 weeks are considered chronic urticaria and require further evaluation.