Ringworm of the body is related to athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis). Ringworm often spreads by direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or animal. Mild ringworm often responds to antifungal medications applied to the skin. Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection that causes a circular, ring-like pattern on your skin. It’s contagious and requires treatment with antifungal medications. Tinea corporis is a superficial fungal skin infection that can affect most parts of the body. Tinea corporis initially presents as a solitary circular red patch with a raised scaly leading edge. Ringworm is a fungal infection that causes a ring shape on the skin and other symptoms. Learn how to recognize, treat, and prevent ringworm in different parts of the body.
