This is caused by a group of fungi known as dermatophytes. These live on dead skin cells, hair, and nails.
Direct contact: The disease can be transmitted by touching the skin of a person with ringworm.
From animals: This fungus can be transmitted to humans from domestic animals such as cats, dogs, and cows.
Sharing equipment: Infection can be transmitted by sharing towels, clothes, combs, and bed sheets used by an infected person.
Moisture and heat: Wearing wet clothes for a long time in areas where sweat does not drain well (e.g., groin, armpits, and groin) creates favorable conditions for the fungus to grow.
Poor personal hygiene: Not drying the body thoroughly after bathing or living in an unclean environment can cause infection.
