Who’s at risk?
Athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm are common fungal skin infections. Here are 2 ways that these infections may develop and spread:
1
You catch a new fungal infection from someone or something else
You can get a fungal skin infection through direct contact with people or animals who have a fungal skin infection. You can also get a fungal skin infection by coming in contact with contaminated objects such as shoes, clothing, hairbrushes, bed linens, towels, floors, carpets, floor mats, or similar objects.
2
Conditions on your skin encourage fungi to grow and cause symptoms
Fungi thrive when your skin is warm and moist. Sweating a lot and/or wearing tight-fitting clothing can allow fungi to grow, especially in the groin area and between the folds of the skin.
