From ingrown hairs, uncomfortable underwear and downright terrible sex, our private parts go through a lot.

And of course, there’s also some pretty nasty STIs we have to be aware of, including common infections like chlamydia , and lesser-known ailments such as shigella.

But there’s one infection we’re betting you haven’t heard of which is sweeping the UK, and it affects your groin and bottom.

It’s called trichophyton indotineae , described as a ‘turbocharged’ fungus.

Here’s everything you need to know.

What is trichophyton indotineae?

‘It’s essentially a more stubborn and aggressive version of ringworm ,’ Dr Chun Tang, GMC registered GP at Pall Mall Medical , tells Metro .

‘It’s a fungal infection that can form on your skin, hair or nails, but unlike the typical strain

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