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Is my tinea versicolor contagious? i have had it for over a year, and i want to make sure my boyfriend won't get it. also, i am not sure how i contracted it in the first place.
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No, : No, the yeast that causes this condition is "an overgrowth" of a normal yeast that resides on our skin. Heat, sweating, oily skin, etc are environments that allow it to overgrow. I hope that helps!
Answered 1/6/2019
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