What Is Ringworm Symptoms?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. Objects
If an infected person was to come into contact with an object, then that object can also become contaminated with the fungus. The fungus can then be transmitted to any other people that also come into contact with that object.
While this can happen with just about any surface, it is more likely to happen when somebody shares certain items with another person. This includes things like towels, combs, bedding, and clothing. Thus, it makes sense to avoid sharing such items where possible. There is also a risk of infection from contact with contaminated soil, but this happens in a very small number of cases.
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