Evidence-based information on fungal infection treatments

Ringworm

Treatment for circular, red, itchy patches on skin.

Medical Overview

Dermatophytosis, also known as tinea and ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin, that may affect skin, hair, and nails. Typically it results in a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash. Hair loss may occur in the area affected. Symptoms begin four to fourteen days after exposure. The types of dermatophytoses are typically named for the area of the body that they affect. Multiple areas can be affected at a given time.

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World Health Organization (WHO) Jun 19, 2025

Ringworm (tinea)

Ringworm (tinea)  World Health Organization (WHO)...

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov) Feb 6, 2026

Clinician Brief: Emerging Ringworm

Clinician Brief: Emerging Ringworm  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)...

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Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information Dec 20, 2025

Ringworm: What You Need To Know About This Fungal Infection

Ringworm: What You Need To Know About This Fungal Infection  Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information...

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HealthyChildren.org Aug 13, 2025

12 Common Summertime Skin Rashes in Children

12 Common Summertime Skin Rashes in Children  HealthyChildren.org...

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Mayo Clinic Jan 22, 2022

Ringworm (scalp): How to treat this skin condition-Ringworm (scalp) - Symptoms & causes

Ringworm (scalp): How to treat this skin condition-Ringworm (scalp) - Symptoms & causes  Mayo Clinic...

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Medical News Today Apr 10, 2025

Sexually transmitted fungal infections: TMVII

Sexually transmitted fungal infections: TMVII  Medical News Today...

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GoodRx Jul 6, 2023

9 Best OTC Ringworm Treatments and Creams

9 Best OTC Ringworm Treatments and Creams  GoodRx...

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Prevention Apr 30, 2025

10 Rashes That Look Like Ringworm—But Aren’t

10 Rashes That Look Like Ringworm—But Aren’t  Prevention...

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