Ringworm is another name for which fungal skin infection?

Ringworm is another name for which fungal skin infection?

• A. Impetigo
• B. Rosacea
• C. Ringworm
• D. Psoriasis

Answer: (C)

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection caused by dermatophyte fungi and is medically called tinea. The name ringworm comes from the common ring‑shaped, red, scaly patches that often have a clearer center and may itch as they spread outward. Among the options, the infection that matches a fungal skin condition is the one named Ringworm because impetigo is bacterial, rosacea is chronic facial redness, and psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disease with silvery plaques. Treatment typically involves antifungal medications such as terbinafine or azoles, applied to the skin, along with keeping the area dry to help clear the infection.

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection caused by dermatophyte fungi and is medically called tinea. The name ringworm comes from the common ring‑shaped, red, scaly patches that often have a clearer center and may itch as they spread outward. Among the options, the infection that matches a fungal skin condition is the one named Ringworm because impetigo is bacterial, rosacea is chronic facial redness, and psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disease with silvery plaques. Treatment typically involves antifungal medications such as terbinafine or azoles, applied to the skin, along with keeping the area dry to help clear the infection.