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Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection caused by a number of different fungi. It enters skin through small cracks and can be difficult to treat. Ringworm affects different parts of the body, and the infection goes by different names, depending upon the part of the body infected. Contrary to its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm.
