Ringworm has nothing to do with worms, despite its misleading name that has confused people for generations. This common fungal infection affects millions of people worldwide, creating characteristic ...

A circular rash isn't always ringworm. While the bullseye circle rash is typical of ringworm, a fungal infection, the cause also can be an allergic reaction, skin disorder, or other type of skin ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ringworm is a fungal ...

Several things can resemble ringworm, including eczema and Lyme disease. A circular or ring-like rash on your skin may require a visit to the doctor or dermatologist’s office for an accurate diagnosis ...

Ringworm is the most common cause of a circular rash on the skin, but other issues—such as Lyme disease and granuloma annulare—can also cause this distinctive mark. A doctor diagnoses the cause of a ...

Ringworm, despite its name, is not caused by worms but rather by a fungal infection that can affect the skin, scalp, or nails. Sharing items like towels, combs, hats, and sports equipment can spread ...

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...