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I have jock itch i have been using antifungal medication for a lil over a week its has gotten a lot better my is it still contagious?
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Yes: jock itch is only mildly contagious but you should use the medicine until the rash is completely gone. Do not share towels or other clothing with anyone else.
Answered 9/13/2014
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May be contagious.: It may be transmitted through skin or sexual contact, sharing of swimwear, or towels. It is possible to transmit fungal jock itch to someone else through close skin contact
Answered 9/13/2014
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