Contrary to what its name suggests, ringworm is not a worm at all. Instead, ringworm (also called Tinea) is a contagious fungal infection of the skin. The name comes from the red ring that can appear on an infected person’s skin. A ringworm infection can occur on the scalp, body, groin, feet, and nails. When it occurs on the feet, it is called athlete’s foot and when it occurs in the groin it is called jock itch. Ringworm is common among both children and adults.
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