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Pityriasis rosea and ringworm (tinea corporis) are both skin conditions that cause round, discolored patches. Ringworm is contagious through skin-to-skin contact, while pityriasis rosea is not. Both ...

Just noticed an itchy, red area on your arm or leg? Among the many skin conditions that could be to blame, psoriasis and ringworm are two that can easily make the list of suspects to the untrained eye ...

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 ...

While babies can get ringworm anywhere, two common locations are on the scalp and the body (including the face). Ringworm in these areas can often resemble other conditions, so it’s important to be ...

Psoriasis and ringworm (tinea corporis) cause scaly rashes but have different causes and treatments. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition, while ringworm is a fungal infection. Because they can look ...

What’s the Difference Between Eczema and Ringworm? Though they can have similar symptoms of inflamed and itchy skin, eczema and ringworm are different. Eczema can be brought on by a number of things, ...

Ringworm is contagious for as long as the fungi spores that cause it remain alive. This may include while a person is undergoing treatment for the infection. Ringworm is a fungal infection that causes ...