there are many scientific names for ringworm, what identifies the name is where it is found.
ringworm of the body is Tinea corporis, this one is the most common.
It's not a worm. It's a fungus. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringworm
Athletes foot and ringworms are two A yeast infection makes three (yeast is a simple one cell fungus) Candida makes four Thrush makes five Tinea versicolor makes six
Athlete's foot
Ringworm is caused by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. These fungi thrive in warm and moist environments, leading to the development of ringworm on the body.
They create a ringlike circle on peoples' skin.
Fungi cause mycoses.
aspergillosis
It is a fungus.
No , fungus can't cause measles as it is viral disesase .
no
No. But eczema can and sometimes (I'd never say it if I hadn't seen it myself) it can resemble ringworms in really strange, severe cases. If you have ringworms, you should search for another cause, but if you are getting red, round, scaly patches after using a certain detergent, you should see a Dr., double check possible causes, and seek treatment. Certain areas of the skin, such as the buttocks, are more sensitive and more prone to rashes.
Ringworm can occur anywhere in the world, but it is more common in warm and humid climates where the fungus that causes ringworm thrives. It can be found in both developed and developing countries.