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How Do People Catch Ringworm
Health Encyclopedia: Ringworm
Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus. Ringworm can affect skin on your body (
Often, there are several patches of ringworm on your skin at once.
Alternative Names
Dermatophytid; Tinea
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Ringworm is a common skin disorder, especially among children, but it m...
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...Names Fungal infection - body; Infection - fungal - body; Tinea of the body; Tinea circinata; Ringworm - body Prevention Good general hygiene helps prevent ringworm infections.... Read more »Tinea corporis
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