Results of a survey of US mothers indicate that ringworm may often be misidentified, and that many may choose to mistakenly use corticosteroids as a treatment.

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can burn through the hair follicles of your skin. In this morning's "Doctor is In," Doctor Silverman explains how to recognize its symptoms and effective ways of ...

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting the first known cases of an antifungal-resistant ringworm in the United States and urging providers to be on the lookout for such ...

Duduza nurse Nhlanhla Mofokeng warns that untreated scalp ringworm can lead to permanent hair loss and urges parents to seek ...

Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Click here to subscribe today or Login. A dime-size spot on a teenager’s head remains hairless after being treated for scalp ...