Davenport is the county seat of and largest city in Scott County; it is also the largest of the Quad Cities, a metropolitan area with a population estimate of 382,630 and a CSA population of 474,226, making it the 90th largest CSA in the nation.
Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm, but by a fungus. The term ring comes from the circular patches that can form anywhere, but are often found on a dog's head, paws, ears, and forelegs. Inflammation, scaly patches, and hair loss often surround the lesions.
It helps to be aware of the causes of ringworm so you can avoid them At the heart of ringworm are dermatophytes, which are fungi that cause skin infections (in this case, ringworm). Dermatophytes are keratinophilic, meaning they use the keratin in your skin as a fuel source. 1, 2 They can grow on humans, animals or in soil, and are highly contagious once they start spreading.