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Other common questions
Who gets jock itch?
A. You don't have to be a jock to get jock itch. While it usually affects guys, girls can become infected by it too. Certain factors can make jock itch more likely to develop such as excessive sweating while playing sports, hot and humid weather, friction from wearing tight or wet clothes for extended periods (like bathing suits), sharing clothes and towels with others.
How did I get jock itch?
A. Jock itch can be spread from other tinea infections such as athletes foot which can be picked up from walking barefoot on a public shower floor, swimming pools or from using someone else's towel. It is possible to spread the fungus to your groin area from your towel or sharing towels.
Can I get jock itch by sharing a bed with someone who has it?
A. You can catch jock itch by sharing contaminated towels, clothing and bed linens. You can also transfer the infection by skin-to-skin contact with someone who is infected, and of course by touching an object that carries the fungus.
Does being a boxers or briefs guy make a difference?
A. The area of the groin is a perfect environment for the growth of jock itch as it's warm and moist. Wearing tight fitting clothing can often encourage the growth of fungi, making looser cotton underwear a better alternative.
Can women also get jock itch?
A. While the vast majority of individuals who suffer from jock itch symptoms are male, females can also get this form of infection themselves.
Treatment options
- Canesten Bifonazole Once Daily Body Cream
- Canesten Clotrimazole Anti-Fungal Cream
- Canesten Clotrimazole Anti-Fungal Topical Solution
Prevention options
