Ringworm: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments & How to Identify - WebMD
2023年12月19日 · It’s a skin infection that’s caused by mold - like fungi that live on the dead tissues of your skin, hair, nails, or on your scalp. Ringworm's name comes from the fact that it leaves a circular...
Ringworm (body) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2022年4月26日 · Ringworm often causes a ring-shaped rash that is itchy, scaly and slightly raised. The rings usually start small and then expand outward. Ringworm of the body is related to athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis).
Ringworm (Tinea Corporis): What It Looks Like, Causes & Treatment
Signs typically appear between four and 14 days after your skin comes in contact with the fungi that cause ringworm, including: Circular, ring-shaped scales or plaques. Flat patches with a raised, round border. Itchy skin. Hair loss or bald spots in the affected area. What causes ringworm? Despite its name, a fungus causes ringworm.
Ringworm: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and More - Healthline
2024年8月27日 · Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis, dermatophyte infection, or tinea, is a fungal skin infection. Read on to learn how to recognize when you have ringworm, its symptoms, causes,...
What Causes Ringworm and Fungal Nail Infections - CDC
2024年4月24日 · Ringworm is a common fungal skin infection that spreads between people, pets, and shared objects. Ringworm infections in the nails are caused by fungi getting in through cracks in the nails. Some ways to prevent infections include: keeping skin clean and dry and avoiding contact with infected people and animals.
Ringworm Pictures, Types, Causes, and Treatment - Verywell Health
2024年3月11日 · Ringworm usually causes a red, circular, itchy, ring-shaped rash, but the signs and symptoms can differ on the scalp, face, or other parts of the body. See pictures of different types of ringworm to learn how to identify it.
Ringworm: Who gets and causes - American Academy of Dermatology
What causes ringworm? Certain types of fungi (plural of fungus) cause ringworm. These fungi thrive where it’s warm and humid. Ringworm is common in tropical areas and during hot, humid summers. It flourishes in warm, moist locker rooms and indoor pools. You can also get ringworm when the weather is cool because ringworm is extremely contagious.
Ringworm (Tinea) > Fact Sheets - Yale Medicine
Overview. Tinea, a fungal skin infection, is commonly known as ringworm—owing to its typical appearance as an oval- or circular-shaped red rash. It is caused by a fungus that can infect the skin, fingernails, toenails, and/or hair. There are no worms involved.
What Is Ringworm? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, …
2022年11月11日 · Causes. Diagnosis. Duration. Treatment. Complications. Research and Statistics. Related Conditions. Q & A's. Ringworm (also called tinea or dermatophytosis) is a very common fungal infection...
Ringworm: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - MedicineNet
Medically Reviewed on 7/10/2024. What is ringworm? Ringworm causes a scaly, crusted rash that may appear as round, ring-like red patches on the skin. The term ringworm or ringworms refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin. The name is derived from the early belief that the infection was due to a worm, which it is not.