Ringworm

A fungal skin infection, like tinea, which is spread by skin-to-skin contact. It can be caught from other children or from animals.

This may appear on the face, hands, arms, scalp or skin around their nails.

Signs and symptoms

  • A raised red circle or ring on the skin, often with scaly or blistery patches.
  • This may appear on the face, hands, arms, scalp or skin around their nails.
  • It may be either sore or itchy.
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At home

  • See your pharmacist for a suitable cream or ointment.
  • our child can go to school or daycare once treatment has started.
  • If you have cats or dogs, inspect them for signs of ringworm, and treat them accordingly.

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