jock itch

can jock itch be spread through oral sex, also if the creases in the inner thigh is itchy and has turned brown could this be ezcema (eczema) and not jock itch

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

'Jock itch is known to occur in some areas of the body where skin is likely to be moist and warm, such as the groin the fungi grow and thrive, resulting in a fungal infection.

Jock itch is only mildly contagious. It can spread from person to person by shared use of contaminated towels or clothing or through direct contact during sexual intercourse with someone who has the infection.'

You could read more about the condition at the following link -

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/jock-itch/DS00490

and

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jock_Itch

This could be eczema too, nothing can be said with surety without having a look at the lesions. It would be best to consult a skin specialist for your symptoms.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us about how you are doing.

Regards.