欧博allbetRingworm: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and
How do I know if I have ringworm?
Ringworm initially appears as discolored, often scaly patches on affected areas. These patches may appear pink-to-red on fair skin tones and brown-gray on skin of color.
Symptoms vary depending on where the infection occurs and may include:
Read more about how to identify ringworm on skin of color.
Symptoms by type
Ringworm can look different depending on which part of the body is affected. Doctors call ringworm different names depending on where it appears on the body.
Symptoms by stage
You won’t see ringworm right away when you first pick up the fungus. It can take 1 to 3 weeks before you notice symptoms. Some of the stages you may see include:
Initial stage: During this stage, you may have a discolored, irritated skin patch that appears dry and scaly.
Second stage: During this stage, the lesion grows in size. The center of the rash may resemble healthy skin with a surrounding circular, scaly area.
It’s important to start treatment when you notice a ringworm infection. Otherwise, the infection may spread.