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Myths and Facts About Ringworm - WebMD
Ringworm is a fungal infection that has nothing to do with worms. WebMD dashes some of the myths about this common, and highly contagious, condition.
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/ringworm-myths-facts
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Ringworm - HealthyChildren
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) discusses ringworm.
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/skin/Pages/Ringworm.aspx
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Ringworm Pictures, Treatment, and Tinea Facts - Medicine Net
Ringworm (tinea) is caused by a fungal infection on the skin. Pets can transmit the condition to humans. Learn about symptoms, signs, treatment, diagnosis, prevention, and prognosis information.
http://www.medicinenet.com/ringworm/article.htm
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Ringworm (Dermatophytosis): Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis - Healthline
Dermatophytosis , more commonly known as as ringworm , is a fungal infection of the skin. Ringworm is a misnomer-the infection is not caused by a worm at all, but by a fungus. The infection can affect both humans and animals.
http://www.healthline.com/health/ringworm
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Ringworm: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
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.
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001439.htm
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Ringworm - TeensHealth
Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.
http://kidshealth.org/en/teens/ringworm.html
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Dermatophytosis - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Wikipedia's information about dermatophytosis.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatophytosis
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Ringworm Causes, Transmission, Picture, and More - WebMD
From symptoms and symptoms to treatment and prevention, get the basics on ringworm from the experts at WebMD.
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/understanding-ringworm-basics
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Ringworm on Body: Get Facts on Symptoms and Treatment - emedicinehealth
Read about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of ringworm (or tinea corporis), a common fungal infection resulting from dermatophytes, which are microscopic organisms that live off the dead outer layer of skin. Ringworm can affect anyone at anytime.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/ringworm_on_body/article_em.htm
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Ringworm of the Body - Mayo Clinic
Ringworm of the body - Comprehensive overview covers causes, symptoms and treatments.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm/basics/definition/con-20021104
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What is Ringworm? About Ringworm Symptoms and Treatment - Patientinfo
Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus. Treatment with an antifungal cream usually works well. Ringworm is a fungal skin infection.
http://patient.info/health/ringworm-tinea-corporis
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Overview of Dermatophytoses (Ringworm, Tinea) - Merck Manuals Consumer Version
Learn about Overview of Dermatophytoses (Ringworm, Tinea) symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in the Merck Manual. HCP and Vet versions too!
http://www.merckmanuals.com/home/skin-disorders/fungal-skin-infections/overview-of-dermatophytoses-(ringworm,-tinea)
