A red (erythematous) slightly elevated lesion with scaling along the edge is typical of tinea faciale. Tinea faciale, a fungal infection of the skin of the face, is displayed in this image as the arching red edge spanning from the cheek across the nose. This image displays the outside of an eye area with a circular, scaling, pink patch due to tinea (ringworm). As displayed in this image, large patches of tinea (ringworm) will often have a central area of clear skin. This image displays a lesion with a round-shaped border and scaling, typical of ringworm. This image displays an early area of tinea on the jaw with a C-shaped, swollen red area that is slightly scaly. Early forms of fungal infections, such as this image displaying tinea faciale, can appear as a mild area of skin redness and scaling. Fungal infections on the face are known as tinea faciale, as displayed in this image. Tinea often has a red, round edge, as displayed in this image.
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Ringworm, Facial (Tinea Faciale)  Information for adults

Picture of Ringworm, Facial (Tinea Faciale): A red (erythematous) slightly elevated lesion with scaling along the edge is typical of tinea faciale. Divider line
A red (erythematous) slightly elevated lesion with scaling along the edge is typical of tinea faciale.
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Who's At Risk
Facial ringworm may occur in people of all ages, of all races, and of both sexes. However, it is more common in warmer, more humid climates. In addition, it is most frequently seen in adults aged 20–40.

People with suppressed immune systems (eg, with diabetes, leukemia, or HIV/AIDS) are more likely to develop facial ringworm or to have more severe forms of the disease.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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