Can Ringworms Be Passed On Through Sex ??

Posted on Fri, 7 Feb 2020

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Question : can ringworms be passed on through sex ??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding tinea/ ringworm/ fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

Skin to skin contact and rubbing during g sexual course can aid in transmission of tinea/ ringworm/ fungal infection even though it itself is not considered an STD.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

even with a condom on?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding transmission of ringworm

Detailed Answer:
hi.
Yes, because a condom covers only shaft of penis whereas skin to skin contact or rubbing can still happen between the pubic regions. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D