Symptoms
Ring-shaped, itchy, red, scaly rash with a clearer center, can appear on scalp, body, or feet.
Cause
Fungal infection spread through contact with infected people, animals, or contaminated surfaces/clothing.
Prevention
Keep skin dry, avoid sharing clothing/towels, treat pets with skin issues, maintain good hygiene.
Treatment
Antifungal cream for skin lesions, oral antifungal for scalp involvement, keeping skin dry and avoiding sharing personal items. Commonly used medicines: clotrimazole or terbinafine cream; griseofulvin tablets for stubborn cases.
See a doctor if
Rash spreads widely, involves the scalp with hair loss, or doesn't improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Ringworm?
Ring-shaped, itchy, red, scaly rash with a clearer center, can appear on scalp, body, or feet.
What causes Ringworm?
Fungal infection spread through contact with infected people, animals, or contaminated surfaces/clothing.
How can Ringworm be prevented?
Keep skin dry, avoid sharing clothing/towels, treat pets with skin issues, maintain good hygiene.
What is the treatment for Ringworm?
Antifungal cream for skin lesions, oral antifungal for scalp involvement, keeping skin dry and avoiding sharing personal items. Commonly used medicines: clotrimazole or terbinafine cream; griseofulvin tablets for stubborn cases.
When should I see a doctor for Ringworm?
Rash spreads widely, involves the scalp with hair loss, or doesn't improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10