What is ringworm?
Contrary to what its name suggests,
ringworm is not a worm at all. Instead, ringworm (also called Tinea) is a… [more]
What are the symptoms of ringworm?
Ringworm causes one or more red raised patches that often
appear as a sharply-defined ring with a pale center. The… [more]
What causes ringworm?
Ringworm infections on all parts of the body are caused by a
group of fungi called dermatophytes, which includes several… [more]
Who is at risk for ringworm?
In general, ringworm infections are very common, perhaps affecting
as many as 20% of the population at any one time.… [more]
How do I know if I have ringworm?
You may suspect you have ringworm if you notice a red raised
rash in the shape of a circle in… [more]
What treatments are available for ringworm?
For ringworm in most places on the body, self care is often
enough to take care of the problem. This… [more]
How can I prevent ringworm?
Some measures you can take to help prevent ringworm include:
Keep
your skin, feet, and groin area clean and dry.… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
You should see the doctor if you have a rash or skin
condition that does not improve with two weeks… [more]
More information about ringworm
Healia resources
Online health communities for skin diseases
Online health communities for fungal infections
Web search for ringworm
Medical journals… [more]