The risk for jock itch is greater with friction and prolonged moisture in the groin area, such as from sweating.

Other fungal infections, such as tinea cruris or “ jock itch,” can result in ringworm in the groin area, but it is not a sexually transmitted fungal infection.

Ringworm is a fungal infection that manifests as a red, itchy, ring-shaped rash on the skin. It can affect various areas, including the scalp, feet, groin, and nails, and is often spread through ...