{"id":5044,"date":"2019-07-09T19:40:39","date_gmt":"2019-07-09T19:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/?p=5044"},"modified":"2019-07-09T19:40:54","modified_gmt":"2019-07-09T19:40:54","slug":"ringworm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/ringworm\/","title":{"rendered":"Ringworm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/ringworm-93486007.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5045 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/ringworm-93486007.jpg\" alt=\"Ringworm- skin doctor queens new york\" width=\"295\" height=\"190\" \/><\/a>Ringworm is a common infection that results in circular-shaped rashes on the skin.\u00a0 Contrary to what its name suggests ringworm is not caused by a worm but rather a fungus that thrives on multiple surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Ringworm can appear on just about any part of the body.\u00a0 However, based on the location of the rash, it may be categorized by a different name.\u00a0 For example, ringworm on the feet is known as athlete\u2019s foot and ringworm on the groin is known as jock itch.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms of ringworm vary based on location. They can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Patches of hair loss<\/li>\n<li>Scaling of the scalp<\/li>\n<li>A small pimple on the scalp that becomes larger in size over time<\/li>\n<li>Thickened, discolored or brittle nails<\/li>\n<li>Flat-ring shaped rashes<\/li>\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n<li>Red, peeling, itchy skin between the toes<\/li>\n<li>Red spots on the inner sides of the thigh<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ringworm is highly contagious and can be spread by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Skin-to-skin contact with an infected person<\/li>\n<li>Contact with an infected animal<\/li>\n<li>Contact with objects or surfaces touched by an infected person<\/li>\n<li>Prolonged contact with soil that is infected<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some people are more at risk for transmission than others.\u00a0 Your chances of contracting an infection increases if you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are in close contact with animals or people who are infected<\/li>\n<li>Share linens or clothing with someone who is infected<\/li>\n<li>Live in a warm climate<\/li>\n<li>Wear tight or restrictive clothing<\/li>\n<li>Have a weakened immune system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can reduce your risk of getting ringworm by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keeping your skin clean and dry<\/li>\n<li>Avoid sharing linens and clothing with an infected person<\/li>\n<li>Washing your hands after playing with pets with ringworm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your doctor can diagnose ringworm by examining the infected area.\u00a0\u00a0 You may receive a prescription for antifungal medications that may include lotions, creams or pills to treat the infection. To schedule an appointment with a doctor at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, please call 718-670-5486.<\/p>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\">All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page.   You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter.<strong>  PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ringworm is a common infection that results in circular-shaped rashes on the skin.\u00a0 Contrary to what its name suggests ringworm is not caused by a worm but rather a fungus that thrives on multiple surfaces. 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