What causes ringworm?

Answer by  sureshgopalan (38)

Trichophyton and microsporum are two common fungi that causes ringworm.It spreads with close and direct contact with the rash of the affected person or hands with which the affected person was scratching it.

Answer by  starmlw (960)

Ringworm is not a worm but a fungus that causes a redish ring on the infected area. The area may be itch or the skin may be flakey like dry skin. You should see a doctor for proper diagnosis and to rule out Deer Tick bite which can also leave a ring like mark but is a very serious infection.

Answer by  jheremans (1446)

Ringworms can be found in anything that is contaminated by fungi, it is transferred through animals, or objects to human beings. It is considered a skin condition where in a certain worm invades your epidermis layer.

Answer by  Lajuden (15)

Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin, and has nothing to do with actual worms. It is transmitted by direct hand-to-hand contact with people infected, or pets. You can get it from sharing personal products, such as hair brushes; you can also get it by walking barefoot on the gym floor (commonly known as athlete's foot).

Answer by  Shelley70 (285)

Ringworm is caused by a fungus. Despite it's name, it is not caused by worms. Ringworm can be caught as it it contagious.