Preventing ringworm from spreading avoid scratching or touching the ringworm lesion. wash the hands thoroughly after touching or treating the ringworm lesion. wash clothes, bedding, and towels in hot, soapy water.
Why does ringworm keep spreading on my body?
Ringworm often spreads by direct, skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. Animal to human. You can contract ringworm by touching an animal with ringworm. Ringworm can spread while petting or grooming dogs or cats.
Can ringworm spread all over your body?
Ringworm (tinea corporis) is an infection of the skin caused by tiny fungus spores that reproduce in the dead outer layers of your skin. It's contagious as long as any spores are alive. This means it can spread on contact to other parts of your body, or to other people, even when you're being treated.
How do I get ringworm to stop spreading?
Wash your hands after touching any part of your body with ringworm. This can prevent the spread of infection to other areas. Keep all infected areas clean and dry. When showering, wash affected areas and dry them with a clean towel.
Can you cover ringworm to prevent spreading?
It may seem logical to keep ringworm covered with a bandage to prevent spreading the infection. However, bandaging the rash locks in moisture and slows the healing process. Instead, wear comfortable, breathable clothes to speed healing and avoid spreading the rash to other people.
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