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A ringworm is an itchy, contagious infection caused by a number of fungi, affecting the skin or scalp. One could get the infection from skin to skin contact, such as handshakes or hugs. One could also get it from touching a contaminated animal or object, such as dogs or a doorknob. The most common locations to find ringworms are the scalp, chest, hands, groin, and feet.
There are many types of ringworms but here are some common ones: tinea corporis (skin), tinea capitis (scalp), tinea pedis (feet) or may be known as athlete’s foot, tinea cruris (groin). The most common type is athlete’s foot (tinea pedis). Some things to look for if one thinks he is infected: peeling, darkening of the skin, red rashes, or scaly patches. One may be affected

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