Signs and symptoms
... The signs and symptoms of ringworm include: A circle of rash on your skin that''s red and inflamed around the edge and healthy looking in the middle Slightly raised expanding rings of red, scaly skin ...

Causes
... Normally, it takes about a month for new skin cells to move from the lowest layer of your skin, where they form, to the outermost layer, where they die and scale off in flakes. Fungal infections, such...

Risk factors
... The organisms that cause ringworm thrive in damp, close environments. Warm, humid settings that promote heavy sweating also favor its spread. Excessive perspiration washes away fungus-killing oils in ...

When to seek medical advice
... See your doctor if you have a rash on your skin that doesn''t improve within two weeks. You may need prescription medication. If excessive redness, swelling, drainage or fever occurs, see your doctor ...

Screening and diagnosis
... Your doctor will determine if you have ringworm or another skin disorder, such as psoriasis or atopic dermatitis. He or she will ask you about possible exposure to contaminated areas or contact with p...