Highly Contagious Sexually Transmitted Fungal Infection Makes US Debut: First Case In NYC

Experts assure that there is no cause for alarm among the general public, as there is no evidence that the infection is widespread. (Credit: Image by Freepik)

A rare and highly contagious sexually transmitted fungal infection that has been on the rise in Europe has made its U.S. debut with a confirmed case in NYC.

An unidentified man in his 30s developed a fungal skin infection after returning home to NYC from a trip to England, Greece, and California. The man developed symptoms of skin rashes from tinea (ringworm) on his penis, buttocks, and limbs, according to a case study published in Jama Dermatology.