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I have been diagnosed with a tinea infection in the groin region and am wondering if it is safe to have sex and why my partner doesnt have this as well already?
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Safe? Close skin contact increases chance of transmission of fungal infection as you stated. Fungal infection in groin sometimes is an extension of fungal infection in feet, namely athlete's feet.
Answered 11/7/2022
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