If you have a case of tinea versicolor, you may find yourself feeling a little anxious about whether or not the condition might spread. The trademark discoloration of your skin, which can sometimes be accompanied by itching or a scaly feeling, is likely contained in one area of your body. But will it travel to other areas? Will your friends or family catch it?
Can I spread tinea versicolor to other people?
There is good news on both counts. First of all, tinea versicolor is not contagious, meaning it cannot spread from person to person. Even if the discolored, itchy, or scaly skin is touched by another person or animal, they will not catch tinea versicolor from you. This is because tinea versicolor is caused by an overgrowth of the natural fungus that grows on your skin; almost everyone has it.
The particular strain of yeast that causes tinea versicolor thrives in certain environments, so if you live in a particularly hot or humid climate, are experiencing hormonal changes, have oily skin, or have a weakened immune system, you may be more prone to developing a case of tinea versicolor.
Will my tinea versicolor spread to other parts of my body?
Because tinea versicolor is caused by an overgrowth of yeast on your skin, it is possible that after the initial emergence of one patch of discoloration—usually found on the upper arms, chest, neck, or back—more cases of the condition may appear.
Certainly, if the conditions that are causing the fungus to thrive continue without any treatment, you may see other patches of fungal infection appear across your body. While the symptoms are usually mild and contained in one area, it is possible for tinea versicolor to spread across the body. This is why treatment and preventative action are key to keeping the levels of fungus under control.
How can I prevent my tinea versicolor from spreading?
The most important thing is treating the fungal infection at its source. Unlike over-the-counter remedies, our products offer an all-natural, homeopathic treatment for tinea versicolor. This means that the condition is treated efficiently and effectively while caring for your skin, too. Our products harness the power of natural ingredients that are good for your skin, rather than other products’ harsh chemicals that may cause additional, unwanted side effects.
Our Tinea Versicolor Total Control Pack combines the power of our Tinea Versicolor products with Tinea Sulfur Soap, which prepares your skin for treatment while harnessing the antifungal properties of sulfur to tackle the yeast. As a bonus, it will also heal other impurities in your skin! Follow this up with our Tinea Topical Oil, an antifungal treatment that also relieves the itchiness and discomfort that tinea causes, and our Tinea Relief Lotion to soothe the skin, providing lasting nourishment, hydration, and effective relief of tinea versicolor symptoms.
Prevention is key to stopping recurrent cases of tinea versicolor in their tracks. Once your tinea versicolor is healed, consider our Tinea Versicolor Prevention Kit to keep your skin soft, your complexion even, and your body fungus-free.
