{"id":2826,"date":"2026-09-23T04:34:12","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T04:34:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/borealisderm.com\/uncategorized\/ringworm-tinea\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T03:10:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T07:10:22","slug":"ringworm-tinea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/borealisderm.com\/es\/pediatrics\/ringworm-tinea\/","title":{"rendered":"Ringworm (Tinea)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u2190 Back to Pediatric Dermatology<\/a><\/p>\n

A round, scaly rash on a child is often called ringworm, but eczema and other rashes can look similar.<\/p>\n

We examine the location, border, scalp involvement, and exposures before deciding whether a fungal infection is the likely cause.<\/p>\n

Scalp ringworm is especially important to recognize because it usually needs different treatment than a small patch on the skin.<\/p>\n

\"Ring-shaped<\/figure>\n

How does it spread?<\/h2>\n

Children can acquire ringworm through infected people, animals, or shared items. Keep skin dry, change damp sports clothing, and avoid sharing towels. Have a veterinarian assess a pet with suspicious hair loss.<\/p>\n

Treating ringworm<\/h2>\n

Many limited skin infections respond to an antifungal cream used as directed. Extensive, recurrent, or treatment-resistant disease needs medical assessment and may require oral medication. Avoid steroid creams on a suspected fungal rash unless your clinician specifically directs their use; steroids can worsen or disguise it.<\/p>\n

Scalp symptoms need a different approach<\/h2>\n

Scaling with broken hairs or hair loss may be tinea capitis (scalp ringworm), which needs prescription oral treatment.<\/p>\n

Further information: CDC ringworm treatment<\/a>. Read our guide to fungal infections and sports-season skin care<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Care<\/h2>\n

Our team evaluates children in Garden City, Syosset, and Bellerose, NY. Book Appointment<\/a> or return to Pediatric Dermatology<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u2190 Back to Pediatric Dermatology<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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