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"Ringworm" is a fungus infection of the skin and is not a worm at all, but is so named (or misnamed) because of the circular appearance formed by certain of these fungi as the infection heals.
The eyes are subject to a number of fungal infections, but these are not usually referred to as "ringworm".
What else can I help you with?
Can you infect someone with ringworm by kissing?
No, you cannot infect someone with ringworm by kissing. Ringworm is a fungal infection that is primarily spread through direct skin-to-skin contact or by sharing contaminated items, such as towels or clothing. While it can be transmitted through close contact, it is not spread via saliva or through kissing.
Does applying eyeliner to the waterline infect your eye?
This does not infect ur eye, eyeliner is made to go there. Where have you been putting it??! Lol
If a cat spits into a dog's eye will it infect?
Probably not, assuming the dog's eye isn't injured or cut.
Can you infect other parts of your body when washing up if you have chlamydia?
Chlamdyia is not that easy to spread. It prefers to infect the vagina, urethra, and anus.Only if you wash your eye.
How does ringworm development progress and what are the key stages involved in its lifecycle?
Ringworm development progresses through several key stages in its lifecycle. The stages include spore germination, hyphal growth, spore production, and transmission to a new host. Spores are released into the environment, where they can infect a new host and continue the cycle.
What happens when you wipe your eye after touching a private area infected with chlamydia?
If you touch your eye after touching the genitals of someone with chlamydia, you could infect your eyes.
Can you get ringworm from someone who has chickenpox?
Chickenpox and ringworm are caused by completely different microbes. You can only get ringworm from someone with chickenpox if they also have ringworm.
Can children get ringworm?
Yes children can get ringworm.
What is ringworm in French?
ringworm= la teigne
What deasess does fungi carry?
Fungi can carry and transmit various diseases, including athlete's foot, ringworm, and fungal nail infections in humans. Some fungi also infect crops and plants, causing diseases like powdery mildew and rust. In animals, fungal infections like histoplasmosis and ringworm can be transmitted by fungi.
Why is ringworm called ringworm?
Ringworm is called ringworm because the infection often causes red, circular rashes on the skin that look like rings.
When is ringworm not contagious?
Ringworm is not contagious after 24 hours
