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My daughter has ringworm on her shoulder.she was scratching it.can she spread the ringworm to her mouth/tongue?how long does ringworm last on surfaces
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See Your Doctor: Tinea Corporis aka ringworm is a fungal skin infection contracted from humans. animals, inanimate objects (ex, sport equipment). Common in hot, humid climates. Causes round, scaly, red, itchy plaques usually head, neck, extremities, or skin areas in contact with infected source. Treatment with antifungal med is required. Treat affected pets also, cleanse contaminated surfaces. See your doctor now.
Answered 3/11/2019
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