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What does first sign o rinworm look like?
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Usually: It usually starts as a itchy bump and spreads out into ring with a clearing center.
Answered 8/31/2013
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Several things: Usually first sign is a red spot that itches and has some scale. As enlarges you get the classic ringworm look.
Answered 8/31/2013
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