Ringworm (erythema infectiosum) is a viral disease that occurs primarily in children. It is highly contagious and is transmitted by droplet infection. A typical symptom is a red skin rash, which primarily appears on the face, but can also appear on the arms, legs and trunk. Ringworm usually takes a harmless course and heals on … Ringworm in Children and Adults
Symptoms Ringworm (erythema infectiosum) occurs mainly in children and during the cold season and manifests itself in flu-like symptoms such as fever, feeling sick, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, and nausea. A typical feature is the red rash on the face, which looks as if the child has been slapped in the face (“ear slap … Ringworm
Ringworm, often confused with rubella, occurs predominantly in childhood and is then often noticeable because children have intensely red cheeks. The causative agent, parvovirus B19, is unrelated to the rubella virus. Like rubella, however, ringworm is particularly dangerous. If a pregnant woman becomes infected, the unborn child may suffer from water retention, for example in … Ringworm in Pregnancy
