Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of ringworm may include:

• A scaly ring-shaped area, typically on the buttocks, trunk, arms and legs
• Itchiness
• A clear or scaly area inside the ring, perhaps with a scattering of bumps whose color ranges from red on white skin to reddish, purplish, brown or gray on black and brown skin
• Slightly raised, expanding rings
• A round, flat patch of itchy skin
• Overlapping rings

When to see a doctor

Talk to your doctor if you have a rash that doesn't begin to improve within two weeks of using an over-the-counter antifungal product. You may need prescription medication.