![]() ![]() So Can I Have Sex With My Partner If They Have Jock Itch? (Fun fact: The same fungus can also show up under your boobs if you're really sweaty!) ![]() Jock itch is most common on people with penises - mainly because external genitalia that hangs down (penis and scrotum) is more likely to cause friction than external genitalia that’s close to the torso (vulva) - but it can live on the groins of people with vulvas, too. So if there’s jock itch hanging out on your partner, it’s possible it could be passed on to you.īut body parts do matter here. It also likes friction and, yeah, sex often involves friction. When you’re having sex, there’s usually contact between your warm, dark, moist places and your partner’s warm, dark, moist places. Think about it: This is a fungal infection that likes to live in warm, dark, moist places. Jock itch isn’t classified as an STI - but it can be transmitted sexually. But other than not feeling great and looking kind of icky, there are no serious health repercussions for jock itch. It sounds gross - and it’s certainly unpleasant - but it’s totally treatable with anti-fungal cream, although persistent cases may need a prescription cream. There can also be small blisters, which might itch or flake or burn. It looks like red skin that starts at the crease of the groin and can spread to the thighs, abdomen, and other parts of the groin. Jock itch can also occur when the right environment - read: warm, dark, sweaty, and with lots of friction - makes it so that a small amount of the fungus on the skin is able to take over beneficial bacteria and multiply. Jock itch can be spread to other parts of the body, where it’s called “ringworm.” (But don’t be fooled by the name - it’s a fungal infection, not a worm.) It’s actually the same fungus that’s called “athlete’s foot” when it shows up on the feet! So if someone has athlete’s foot, they should make sure not to use the same towel that they use to dry their feet on their groin, or the infection may spread. Jock itch is a fungal infection that lives in warm, moist areas - like the groin or between folds of fat on some people’s bodies. ![]() Let’s take a look first at what jock itch is and then we’ll address the underlying question: Is it kind of an STI? What Is Jock Itch? What a fascinating question! Because jock itch lives on the genitals, it totally makes sense to wonder whether or not it’s transferable between people. Q: My boyfriend sometimes gets jock itch - is it OK to have sex while he has that? Is there any worry on that transferring to me? It can almost always be controlled with a medicated shampoo.Emma McGowan, certified sex educator and writer, reveals what happens if you have sex with a partner who has jock itch in this week's Sex IDK column. Dandruff (Seborrheic Dermatitis) Dandruff, a common condition considered to be a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, causes the skin on the scalp to flake.Hidradenitis Suppurativa This little-known disease, often mistaken for another condition (such as boils, infected hair follicles, or a sexually transmitted disease), causes deep and painful lumps under the skin, usually in the armpits or groin.It is caused by direct contact with allergens such as nickel, poison ivy, rubber products, and paraphenylenediamine (PPDA), an ingredient found in permanent hair dyes. Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) ACD is a common inflammatory disease of the skin that results in a rash.These plaques, which tend to itch, burn, or sting, most commonly appear on the knees, elbows, lower back, or scalp. Psoriasis A common skin condition that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells, psoriasis results in thick scaly patches called plaques.Wearing loose-fitting clothing, especially in hot and humid weather, can prevent sweat from creating the warm, moist environment in which the fungus thrives.ĭiseases that may mimic jock itch include: You should also avoid tight-fitting clothing that can further increase your risk of jock itch. It’s also important to keep your skin clean and dry, especially the area around your groin. Regular hand-washing can greatly reduce your risk of getting this infection from someone else. Practicing good hygiene is the best defense against jock itch. If you tend to get jock itch, you should continue to apply antifungal or drying powders after bathing to help prevent reoccurrence. You may also be prescribed one of these oral medications: If you are not responding to over-the-counter medications, your doctor may prescribe something stronger, including these topical medications: The nonprescription products available to treat ringworm include: ![]()
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