Ringworm is highly contagious, and it spreads easily from person to person (and even from animal to person). Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) and jock itch (tinea cruris) are caused by the same organism as ringworm. It's called ringworm when it appears on other parts of your body.
How fast does ringworm spread from person to person?
The incubation period is unknown for most of these agents, however ringworm of the scalp is usually seen 10 to 14 days after contact and ringworm of the body is seen 4 to 10 days after initial contact.
Can you be around someone with ringworm and not get it?
Myth 5: Ringworm isn't contagious In fact, the opposite is true. Ringworm spreads easily from person to person, especially in communal areas like locker rooms and neighborhood pools. Ringworm is so contagious, in fact, that you don't even have to touch someone to get infected.
How likely is it to catch ringworm?
Ringworm is very common. Anyone can get ringworm, but people who have weakened immune systems may be especially at risk for infection and may have problems fighting off a ringworm infection.
What happens if you touch someone with ringworm?
After touching the area with ringworm, wash your hands before touching another area of your body. Touching or scratching the area with ringworm and then touching another area can spread ringworm from one part of your body to another.
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