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Is jock itch different than athletes food?
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Different location: Jock itch (groin), athlete's foot, and ringworm (body) are all superficial fungal infections of the skin that differ mostly by location. While there exist different species of fungi, most superficial fungal infections of the skin are caused by only a few species.
Answered 10/3/2016
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