A fungus causes ringworm. Ringworm can be transmitted from person to person. Animals may also spread ringworm. Ringworm causes an itchy, ring-shaped red rash with hair loss. Treatment incorporates the use of topical medication. Read more: Is Ringworm Contagious? Article
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Picture of Ringworm of the Nails
This is the most common fungal infection of the nails, also called onychomycosis. See a picture of Ringworm of the Nails and...
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Picture of Ringworm Tinea Corporis (Faciei)
Superficial fungal infections of the skin are among the most common of all pediatric dermatoses. See a picture of Ringworm Tinea...
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Picture of Ringworm Tinea Pedis
Superficial fungal infection of the feet is somewhat unique because of the location. See a picture of Ringworm Tinea Pedis and...
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Picture of Ringworm Tinea Unguium (Onychomycosis)
Tinea unguium (fungal infection of the nails) is somewhat uncommon during childhood. See a picture of Ringworm Tinea Unguium...
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Picture of Pet Ringworm
Ringworm is an example of a zoonotic disease (transmitted from animals to humans). See a picture of Pet Ringworm and learn more...
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Picture of Ringworm of the Hand
Ringworm may involve the hands, particularly the palms and the spaces between the fingers. See a picture of Ringworm of the Hand...
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Picture of Types of Ringworm
Ringworm is a common skin disorder otherwise known as tinea. See a picture of Types of Ringworm and learn more about the health...
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Picture of Ringworm Illustration
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin previously thought to be due to a parasite (worm). See a picture of Ringworm and learn...
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Picture of Ringworm
This superficial skin infection, also known as tinea, is caused by fungi called dermatophytes. See a picture of Ringworm and...
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Ringworm: Treatment, Pictures, Causes, and Symptoms
What is ringworm? How do you get rid of ringworm? View ringworm (tinea) pictures and learn about ringworm treatment, causes,...
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Itch (Itching or Pruritus)
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