Tinea fungal infection (ringworm)
Ringworm is a common and highly infectious skin infection that causes a ring-like red rash on the skin. The condition is medically known as "tinea".
Ringworm often looks like a round, red or silvery patch of skin that may be scaly and itchy.
Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus. Fungi are plant-like organisms that feed on living tissue, including human skin.
Ringworm is usually easy to diagnose from its appearance and location.
Ringworm is easily treated using antifungal creams, tablets and shampoo.
If you or someone in your family has ringworm, follow the advice below to prevent the infection spreading.