Ringworm: Identifying Fungal Skin Infections
A guide to the circular, itchy rashes caused by fungal infections.
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Guide Overview & Important Ranges
Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection of the skin or scalp. It is not caused by a worm, but by a fungus called tinea.
Circular/Ring
Shape
Red/Raised
Border
Clear/Scaly
Center
Highly
Contagious?
Medical Deep Dive
Signs and Symptoms
The rash typically starts as a scaly area and then develops into a ring shape.
It can affect any part of the body, including the feet (athlete's foot) and groin (jock itch).
It is spread by skin-to-skin contact or by touching an infected animal or object.
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Scientific References
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