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When your skin is feeling pretty itchy, chances are it's something minor like a bug bite or irritation to a certain product you're using. But in some cases, it can be something more, like ringworm.

Contrary to its moniker, ringworm is actually a fungal infection that can affect the nails, skin and hair of dogs and other animals. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, dermatophytosis (or ...

Cats are an essential part of our lives, and they make for great pets. But, as with all creatures, they are prone to illness, and one of the most common afflictions that affect cats is ringworm. The ...

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 ...

Tinea is transmitted by pets and people, and it’s the same type of fungus that causes jock itch and athlete’s foot. The ringworm rash gets its name from the ring-like shape in which it appears, ...

You can get ringworm via contact with an infected person, contaminated soil, or an infected animal. You can also contract ringworm from contact with a contaminated object, such as shared gym equipment ...