is jock itch contagious
Most cases of jock itch are not contagious; however cases caused by an infection may be transmitted through skin or sexual contact. Sharing of apparels, locker room towels and other public amenities (which may be infected) can cause jock itch rash.Fungal jock itch also transmits through close skin contact.n athlete's foot infection can also cause jock itch if the same towel is used to dry feet and then the groin area. People with compromised immune system (HIV/AIDS, cancer), overall health issues (diabetes, obesity), and other predisposing skin conditions (eczema) are more prone to be jock itch.