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Have Jock Itch In Scrotum And Base Of Penis. Applied Antifungal Cream. Is This Transferable To Partner?
I think I have jock itch . Persistent itching on my scrotum and at the base of my penis . I am treating it with antifungal cream and it is gradually getting better. Is it safe to have intercourse with my wife, or do I risk transmitting the jock itch fungi to her? If it not safe now, how long should I wait after the jock itch is gone? Thanks.
Mon, 28 Jan 2013
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Thanks for your query Based on the fact that you have itching over scrotum and base of the penis for which you are applying anti fungal cream .Please take some oral anti fungal medication for three days and wash your inner wares in boiling hot water mixed with antiseptic solution Dettol.Please refrain from sexual activities till it gets cured completely.
Dr.Patil.
Thanks for your query Based on the fact that you have itching over scrotum and base of the penis for which you are applying anti fungal cream .Please take some oral anti fungal medication for three days and wash your inner wares in boiling hot water mixed with antiseptic solution Dettol.Please refrain from sexual activities till it gets cured completely.
Dr.Patil.
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