Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. Despite its misleading name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. It ...

Doctors in New York City are describing the first known U.S. cases of sexually transmitted ringworm, which can cause a nasty rash that can take months to bring under control. Despite the name, ...

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 ...