Ringworm is a fungal affliction of the skin that can be suffered by animals and humans, and is seen in plenty different varieties. It is started by spores released from the fungus, and is prolonged and contagious. The fungus itself is responsible for a number of similar problems, athlete’s foot among them, and it is not imperative for one to one contact to spread the disease.
Ringworm can be seen on many parts of the body and presents itself in different ways. If it grows on a person’s scalp it will begin as a small pimple or spot, this enlarging notably and accompanied by scaly skin patches and temporary loss of hair.
When it is seen on the body is will be as a flat and round scab that itches and irritates, and on the foot the signs are scaling and cracking of the skin, generally between the toes, and with excessive itching. Ringworm can also be seen on the nails, where it induces them to thicken and discolour, and also become brittle, and is particularly virulent in the groin where it manifests as a very irritating itch.
