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Tinea Infections Other Information |
Jock Itch; Ringworm |
Ringworm, also known as Tinea, is a contagious (excluding tinea versicolor[1]) fungal infection of the skin. Contrary to its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm. Ringworm is very common, especially among children, and may be spread by skin-to-skin contact, as well as via contact with contaminated items such as hairbrushes. Ringworm spreads readily, as those infected are contagious even before they show symptoms of the disease. Humans can contract ringworm from animals; cats and dogs are ...
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Athlete''s Foot, Jock Itch and Ringworm
... What is ringworm? Ringworm is a skin rash caused by a fungus; it is not caused by a worm. (Fungus is a plant-like structure.) Health care providers call ringworm "tinea." "Athlete''s fo...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Overview ... Jock itch is a common fungal skin infection that may affect the skin of your genitals, inner thighs and buttocks. The infection is characterized by an itchy, red, often ring-shaped rash in these warm,...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Athlete/'s Foot, Jock Itch and Ringworm (Cleveland Clinic)
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