FACIAL CARE

 RINGWORM OF THE SCALP : Ringworm of the scalp is not really a worm, but a fungal infection. It gets the name ringworm because the fungus makes circular marks on the skin, often with flat centers and raised borders. Also called  Tinea capitis , this infection affects your scalp and hair shafts, causing small patches of itchy, scaly skin. Ringworm is a highly contagious infection that’s usually spread through person-to-person contact or by sharing combs, towels, hats, or pillows. Ringworm is most common in children, but can infect a person of any age. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF RINGWORM OF THE SCALP ? Ringworm spreads easily, especially among children. You can get ringworm from touching the skin of an infected person. If you use combs, bedding, or other objects that have been used by an infected person, you’re also at risk. House pets, such as cats and dogs, can spread ringworm, too. Farm animals like goats, cows, horses, and pigs can also be carriers. However, these animals might ...

 RINGWORM  Ringworm of the body is a  rash that caused by a fungal infection . it look like an itchy , circular rash with clearer skin in the middle . Ringworm of the body is related to athlete's foot , jock itch  and ringworm of the scalp . Ringworm often spreads by direct skin to skin jcontact with an infected person or animal . Ringworm isn't a worm  it is a skin infection that's caused by mold like fungi that live on the dead tissues of your skin ,hair , and nails .  SYMPTOMS  OF RINGWORM Signs and symptoms of ringworm may include : - A scaly ring - shaped  area , typically on the buttocks , trunk , arms and legs  - Itchiness - Slightly raised , expanding rings  - A round , flat patch of itchy skin  - Overlapping rings  - A clear scaly area inside the ring, perhaps with a scattering of bumps whose color ranges from red on white skin to reddish , purplish , brown or gray on black and brown skin .  CAUSES OF RINGWORM...