Ringworm

Ringworm is a common fungal infection that can cause infection on the skin, nails, and other areas. The infection is called ringworm because it usually causes a red, itchy rash shaped like a ring.

Ringworm can be on different places of the body, including the feet, scalp, groin, fingernails, and toenails. Ringworm is sometimes named for where it is on the body, such as athlete's foot when the infection is on the feet.

Anyone can get ringworm. Children are more likely to get certain types of the ringworm fungi, but other types cause infection equally among all age groups.

Crusting circle spot on skin or ring worm infection.

Ringworm 101

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Last revised June 15, 2022