Can you give a girl jock itch?

Answer 1

Jock itch on a man (Trichophyton rubrum) is mildly contagious - it will cause the same infection on women. The rash from jock itch will be red, tan or brown and skin will appear to be dry and cracking, rippling and peeling.

A woman with a yeast infection (Candida albicans) will spread the infection to her sexual partner, about 15% of the time. The fungus that causes a yeast infection will cause a red and wet looking rash.

Condoms are helpful in preventing the spread of either fungus. For either infection, keeping the skin dry and clean is your best defense, Allowing the area to "air out" can be a huge help. After bathing, air dry for as long as you can. Wearing 100% cotton underwear and pants will help the skin stay healthy, in warm or cold weather. Change out of a wet bathing suit or workout clothing as soon as possible.

Once infected by yeast, the use of OTC medication such as Monistat (which comes with a topical anti-itch cream) is equally effective for women or men. Follow the directions on the box, use for the full treatment (3 to 7 days).

The commonly used OTC medications Lamisil, Micatin and Lotrimin are effective in clearing the fungus from jock itch 50% of the time. Use the medication for a full 2 weeks, if needed for a persistent infection, use for 2 more weeks. Some fungal infections require stronger medication such as Nystatin or oral medications such as Flucon available by prescription.

As soon as treatment begins, wash all towels and sheets in hot water and bleach - for 20 minutes, use the second rinse option. Use the hottest, water appropriate with bleach, for clothing. Change any clothing that comes in contact with infected skin with each application of anti-fungal.

Answer 2

Yes. The organism that causes jock itch, a fungus called tinea, can affect both men and women. Although tinea and candida (the organism that causes yeast infections) are both fungi, candida does not cause jock itch.

Answer 3

Yes, woman can get "jock itch". Jock itch is a yeast infection of the skin between the thighs at the top of the legs. it can also get into the pubic hair area. it is a red scaly rough and itch patch.

Answer 4

yes... caused by sweating and unclean skin that makes the skin break down.. women are no different then men ... just men get it more

Answer 5

Yes you can. Since "jock itch" is a yeast infection of the skin, it is possible to spread the yeast infection to a womans vagina or to the skin around her vagina.

Answer 6

Yes. Also men can catch a yeast infection through a woman or otherwise. Fungus does not discriminate

Answer 7

It is not likely to give a women jock itch from having sexual intercourse.

Answer 8

Yes. It is a fungal disease and they can get it for all the same reason that men do. There are treatments for it. Do use clean underwear and swimwear.

Answer 9

Yes.