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Can You Die From Ringworm?
Ringworm is a skin infection due to a fungus. Often, there are several patches of ringworm on your skin at once.
Alternative Names
Dermatophytid; Tinea
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Ringworm is common, especially among children. However, it may affect people of all ages. It is caused by a fungus, not a worm like the name suggests.
Many bacteria and fungi live on your body. Some of these are useful, while others can cause infections. Ringworm occurs when a type of fungus called tinea...
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Ringworm
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Ringworm is not a worm infestation, but an infection caused by a fungus. Doctors call the infection tinea or dermatophytosis. (See Health Profile for... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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