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New fungal STI TMVII emerges in US, spreading through skin-to-skin contact

Health officials are monitoring an emerging fungal infection, TMVII (Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII), spread via direct skin-to-skin contact during sex and through contaminated items. It causes ringworm-like, itchy lesions that can appear on genitals, buttocks, and other areas. First identified in 2024, Minnesota reports the largest US cluster with 30+ suspected or confirmed cases. Treatment is usually weeks-long oral antifungals, and patients should avoid contact with others, inform partners, and launder clothes and bedding at high temperatures to reduce transmission.

via attitude.co.uk|

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Minnesota braces for sexually transmitted fungal outbreak linked to TMVII

Minnesota health officials report 14 confirmed and 27 suspected cases of a TMVII fungal infection (Trichophyton mentagrophytes), transmitted mainly through skin-to-skin contact including sexual activity; cases date back to July 2025, with transmission occurring in networks and prompting enhanced surveillance; symptoms resemble ringworm with itchy, spreading rashes; diagnosis is often clinical but may require a skin scrape, and treatment can involve weeks of antifungal pills; officials urge infected people to avoid close contact, not share towels or linens, and seek medical care.

via Fox News|

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Minnesota records nation's largest TMVII fungal STI outbreak

Minnesota health officials say the state has the country’s largest-known outbreak of TMVII, a rare fungal sexually transmitted infection that causes circular rashes and is linked to sexual contact, with over 30 confirmed or suspected cases since July 2025. The first U.S. case was travel-related, and TMVII has circulated in Europe and Southeast Asia. MDH has enhanced surveillance and treatment can last up to three months with oral antifungals. Public guidance urges avoiding skin-to-skin contact, not sharing personal items, informing partners, and seeking prompt medical care, noting TMVII is most prevalent among men who have sex with men and can be mistaken for psoriasis.

via Ground News|

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Minnesota Reports U.S.'s Largest Sexually Transmitted Ringworm Outbreak

Minnesota is experiencing what health officials call the largest U.S. outbreak of the sexually transmitted fungal infection TMVII, with more than 30 confirmed or suspected cases in the Twin Cities since last July. TMVII spreads through skin-to-skin contact and can cause coin-shaped rashes; the CDC is aware of sporadic cases in other large U.S. cities. Diagnosis can be challenging and treatment may last weeks to months; prevention includes avoiding sexual contact if a rash is present and not sharing personal items. Overall public health risk is low, but men who have sex with men and people with a history of sexually transmitted infections may be at higher risk.

via Yahoo News Canada|

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