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Despite the name, it is not a worm, but a fungal infection of the skin. Yes, it is contagious, and can be passed from dogs and cats to people. It is easily treated with an antifungal ointment applied to the skin.
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∙ 8y agoYes, it is.
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When is ringworm not contagious?
Ringworm is not contagious after 24 hours
How contagious is ringworm on the penis?
very.
Is granuloma contagious?
Is it contagious? It is not contagious and you can not "catch it" from anyone. It is not ringworm, and children don't need to be kept home from school.
After treatment has been started for ringworm on dogs is the ringworm still infectious?
"Ringworm" is a fungus infection; it is not a worm. The type of fungus infection on the dog, may or may not be contagious to people. Odds are that it is contagious to people until it is 'cured'.
Can you get a ringworm on your face if you toch someones ringworm then touch your face?
Yes ringworm is highly contagious and a person should not have any type of contact with it
Ringworm is a contagious disease what does it mean?
Means you can catch it from someone who has it.
Why is ringworm a contraindication to massage?
It is a local contraindication because it is contagious.
What animals give you ringworm?
ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that you can get from direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected persons etc.
What is a contagious itching skin disease called with 8 letters?
Ringworm
Can you catch ring worm through touch?
yes ringworm is contagious
Can a doctor cure ringworm?
Medication a doctor prescribes can cure ringworm, so yes. Ringworm can be highly contagious to anyone with close contact. So it is important to get diagnosed and treated.
What does ringworm mean?
Ringworm is a contagious itching skin disease that forms in small circular patches that makes it look like in is a ring :3
