Ringworm

usgb/ˈrɪŋwɜːrm/
noun

A skin disease caused by fungus, which forms a ring-shaped red rash.

The doctor diagnosed the itchy, red patch on my arm as ringworm.
Visual representation of "ringworm" - A skin disease caused by fungus, which forms a ring-shaped red rash.

Often appears as...

  • cure for ringworm
  • spread of ringworm
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Contagious Condition

Ringworm is infectious; important when talking about transmission or precautions.

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Wash your hands frequently to avoid catching ringworm from others.
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Not a Worm

Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a fungus.

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Contrary to what its name suggests, ringworm won't involve actual worms in your skin.
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Appearance Matters

The 'ring' in ringworm refers to the circular shape of the rash on the skin.

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The round, red rash on my leg turned out to be ringworm.
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