Ringworm

Ringworm has no association with any worm.

It often coexist with tinea pedis.

Mild cases of ringworm may be treated with home remedies.

The scaliness of ringworm usually subsides before redness.

It depends on the area involved and if it is treated.

Treatment can make one less contagious.

It is treated with topical or/and oral antifungals.

Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection.

It usually presents as red itchy circular rash.

Antifungal treatment helps in clearing ringworm but not other similar circular rashes.

A fungal infection!