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Before it was known as Ringworm the ancient Greeks called ringworm "herpes" meaning "ring," while the ancient Romans called it "tinea," referring to the larval stage of a clothes moth. (source)

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Ringworm (Tinea Corporis) | Causes, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

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Professor Shifra Shvarts; Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

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The article states that ringworm on the scalp of an infant will lead to alopecia as an adult. This loss of hair has been known to negatively impact an individual's mental health significantly as shown in the figure below.

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Over-the-counter antifungals can kill the fungus and promote healing. Effective medications include miconazole (Cruex), clotrimazole (Desenex) and terbinafine (Lamisil). After cleaning the rash, apply a thin layer of antifungal medication to the affected area 2 to 3 times per day or as directed by the package. (Source)

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1) Itchy skin

2) Ring-shaped rash

3) Red, scaly, cracked skin

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Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection that takes affect on a human's skin, or scalp. Ringworm spreads easily through skin to skin contact as well as touching contaminated areas. Ringworm often looks like a circular pattern that is often red and itchy.  (Source)

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Ringworm is a common skin infection that is caused by a fungus. It's called "ringworm" because it can cause a circular rash (shaped like a ring) that is usually red and itchy. Anyone can get ringworm. The fungi that cause this infection can live on skin, surfaces, and on household items such as clothing, towels, and bedding.

Ringworm goes by many names. The medical terms are "tinea" or "dermatophytosis." Other names for ringworm are based on its location on the body - for example, ringworm on the feet is also called "athlete's foot."

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Ringworm is a red circular skin infection caused by fungus. It is called different names based on its location on the body - for example, ringworm on the feet is also called "athlete's foot."