Apr 26, 2022 · Overview Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It's usually an itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in the middle. Ringworm gets its …

Apr 26, 2022 · Your doctor might be able to diagnose ringworm simply by looking at it. Your doctor may take skin scrapings from the affected area so that they can be examined under a …

Jan 22, 2022 · Overview Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It usually causes itchy, scaly, bald patches on the head. Ringworm gets its name …

Apr 18, 2025 · Your doctor will likely be able to diagnose ringworm of the scalp by looking at the affected skin and asking certain questions. To confirm the diagnosis, your doctor may take a …

Jul 1, 2025 · For patients using the cream for ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch), the following instructions will help reduce chafing and irritation and will also help keep the groin …

Dec 1, 2025 · Ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis or athlete's foot), Ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris or jock itch), and Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis). This medicine is available only …

Feb 1, 2025 · Ciclopirox topical solution (nail lacquer) is applied to the nails to treat ringworm of the nails (tinea unguium). Ciclopirox is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Dec 1, 2025 · For patients using terbinafine for ringworm of the groin: Avoid wearing underwear that is tight-fitting or made from synthetic (man-made) materials (for example, rayon or nylon). …

Ringworm often causes a ring-shaped rash that is itchy, scaly and slightly raised. The rings usually start small and then expand outward.

Dec 1, 2025 · Ketoconazole is also used to treat parasitic fungal infections on the skin (such as athlete's foot or ringworm) that cannot be treated with topical medicine or griseofulvin, or for …