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Does ringworm mean my immunity is low?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

No: If a person develops ringworm it does not mean that they're in the immunity is low. It is common to catch ringworm from another person or an animal.

Dr Satulovsky agreed

Answered 9/16/2013

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