Is hand fungus contagious?
Disease description:
I have tinea manuum (hand fungus). My husband says I shouldn’t have contact with our daughter, claiming that tinea manuum is contagious. Is tinea manuum actually contagious?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Gan Liqiang
Tinea manuum is a contagious disease primarily caused by fungal infection. Close contact with an individual affected by tinea manuum—or contact with items previously used by such individuals, such as gloves, socks, or footwear—can lead to transmission. If a family member has tinea manuum, others should avoid direct contact; likewise, affected individuals must take appropriate precautions to prevent spreading the infection.
