Ringworm in humans is caused by:

Explanation

Ringworm (tinea) is a fungal infection of the skin, the scalp, or the ails. Ringworm is caused by the dermatophyte fungi species of Microsporum, trichophyton, and epidermophyton ringworms and also affects animals, a source of infection for humans. It can be spread by direct contact or via infected materials. The lesions of ringworm may form partial or complete rings and may cause intense itching. The disease is treated with antifungal agents taken by mouth or applied locally. These fungi can infect the skin, hair, and nails, leading to the development of ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis.