Ringworm on Body Symptoms

The signs of ringworm look like its name. It forms a red, elevated, rapidly growing, ringlike sore on the skin. The center of the ring may be clear. The sore itself may contain scales, crust, or fluid-filled areas. Itching and pain may accompany the sore (doctors call them lesions). Each lesion is less than 5 cm across (about 2 inches) and occurs alone or in groups of three or four.

• Lesions commonly are found on the trunk, legs, arms, neck, and face (referred to as tinea faciei).

• This type of ringworm does not involve the bearded area, scalp, groin (jock itch), hands, or feet (athlete's foot).