Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. Despite its misleading name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. It ...

An emerging cause of sexually transmitted ringworm, TMVII can resemble other skin conditions and require prolonged treatment.

A circular, itchy, or scaly rash often makes people think of ringworm. India’s heat and humidity favour fungal growth, but ...

Ringworm has nothing to do with worms, despite its misleading name that has confused people for generations. This common fungal infection affects millions of people worldwide, creating characteristic ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ringworm is often easy to spot with its characteristic red rings on the skin. Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Library via Getty Images ...

You notice a scaly, itchy rash on your skin and immediately start wondering what’s causing it. Two common culprits that can look surprisingly similar are psoriasis and ringworm, but getting the right ...

Persistent scalp flakes combined with redness, irritation, or hair loss often indicate underlying skin conditions rather than simple dandruff ...

When you hear the term "ringworm," do you imagine tiny worms crawling on your skin? Then you may have fallen prey to one of the many misconceptions about this common skin condition. In ...

Two cases of a common fungal infection known as tinea, or ringworm, failed to respond to standard treatment due to a recently emerged fungus in the United States, according to a recent Centers for ...