Ringworm has nothing to do with worms and is a misleading name; it is actually caused by the dermatophytes, fungi that love warmth and moisture. It affects all ages of people but is very contagious; ...

Cats are an essential part of our lives, and they make for great pets. But, as with all creatures, they are prone to illness, and one of the most common afflictions that affect cats is ringworm. The ...

You notice a scaly, itchy rash on your skin and immediately start wondering what’s causing it. Two common culprits that can look surprisingly similar are psoriasis and ringworm, but getting the right ...

There's a potentially troubling fungal skin infection with a case detected in New York City to be aware of as we gather to celebrate Pride Month and the warm summer weather. According to experts, ...

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can burn through the hair follicles of your skin. In this morning's "Doctor is In," Doctor Silverman explains how to recognize its symptoms and effective ways of ...

A rare case of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) that is known by some as a "ringworm" was reported in California. In fact, health officials say this ringworm STI is not only rare for the state ...

A rare fungus recently caused the first-ever U.S. case of sexually transmitted ringworm. Reported in JAMA Dermatology on Wednesday, a new study helmed by doctors from NYU Langone Health revealed the ...

The global ringworm treatment market is set for steady growth over the coming decade, driven by increasing infection rates, improved awareness, and broad access to antifungal medications. Valued at ...