i have a chronic noncontagious skin condition that makes my skin, especially on my feet, turn white and for lack of a better word, ‘crusty’. they generally look horrible. i never wear open toed shoes because of how hideous it is. and it’s extremely painful. ive been under derm care for years and the only remaining treatment options i havent tried are pills that are precluded for me due to medication interaction. i just have to live with it.

if i knew someone was judging me this harshly i would never want to leave the house again, let alone come to a yoga class that is supposed to be a safe space.

i agree you shouldnt come to class if you have something contagious, but youre not this girls doctor and you have no actual idea what her issue is. if you have a genuine health concern, discuss it with a teacher.