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Is it okay to have sex if I have jock itch

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antho
antho

I get jock itch and now treating it with an OTC antifungal cream. Symptoms are relieved but the condition has not been completely healed. So is it safe if I have sex during this time? Can I pass it to my sexual partner? Anyone has experience with this? 

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  • adam91924
    adam91924 antho

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    Although jock itch is not a sexually transmitted disease, it can be transmitted through sexual intercourse. If your infection has not been treated fully and you practice sex, your partner can definitely get infected. So avoid having sex until your jock itch has been completely healed. You can apply OTC antifungal cream like Fugacil, or use antifungal powder on the affected areas. Plus, wear cotton underwear to keep your junk dry, comfortable and to avoid further spreading of infections. What kinds of OTC antifungal cream that you have used? I used Fugacil and it cured my jock itch so quickly, in nearly a week. You can ask your pharmacist for this cream.
  • flower300
    flower300 antho

    Posted

    it is a disease that is contagious, you should not do it. u should heal this first to the end
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