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Is jock itch contagious ?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Jock itch: Yes jock itch is a dermatophytosis caused by a fungus In the general family of athletes foot and ring worm

Answered 8/28/2014

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