Ringworm (Dermatophytosis, Tinea) is a common skin disease caused by fungal growth on the skin. It is a contagious condition. Due to bursting of exterior through the skin leads to circular or different shaped skin patches with itching. The patches are sharp marginated with raised edges and are generally single.
Scratching spreads the infection to other parts of the body. It spreads through contact of utilizing articles of infected people. Risk of ringworm increases in warm and humid conditions or if one has the weak immune system.
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CAUSES
- Poor nutrition
- Low immunity
- Hot and humid climate
- Chronic diseases that compromises immunity
- Poor hygiene and living conditions
- Diabetic patients are more prone to develop skin diseases
- Intake of corticosteroids and immune suppressing agents