Ringworm on Body (cont.)
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- Ringworm on Body Overview
- Ringworm on Body Causes
- Ringworm on Body Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Ringworm on Body Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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- Authors and Editors
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Outlook
In general, ringworm infections get better within four weeks. Possible complications include bacterial superinfection or an invasive dermatophyte infection.
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The dermatophytes are a group of fungi (ringworm) that invade the dead keratin of skin, hair, and nails.


