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What does ringworm look like?
On the skin:
- Red, itchy patch of skin that's slightly raised
- The edges may be sharp or irregular
- The edges of the patch may be darker than the center
- The center may be clear or covered in small, scaly bumps
- The patch may grow larger over time
- Multiple patches may appear
On the scalp:
- A round or oval area of scaling, crusting, and inflammation on the scalp
- Hair shedding (often temporary) in the affected area
- The affected area may be swollen and tender
On the nails:
- Thick, discolored, brittle, and crumbly nails
- The nails may separate from the nail bed
- The affected nail may be painful