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Ringworm, a contagious fungal infection, thrives in warm, moist areas, affecting skin, scalp, or nails. Prompt treatment with ...

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including the scalp (tinea capitis) and groin (jock itch)." If ringworm goes untreated for too long, the infected area can become painful and sufferers can even develop permanent hair loss.

despite its name ringworm is not caused by a worm. Instead, it is being spread via poorly sanitised combs or towels, barbers say. In severe cases it can even lead to permanent scarring and hair ...

If you’ve tried FDA-approved medications like finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and haven’t seen improvements or have ...

The expansion in hair styling emporiums correlates with a rise in cases of the fungal disease known as ‘ringworm’.

A subtle sensation that something is moving in your hair. If you scratch, it can lead to sores that scab over or may become infected and inflamed. Similar to scalp ringworm, lice is most common in ...