late 14c., gatherer of taxes, etc., from Anglo-French collectour collector (of money or taxes; Old French collector, Modern French collecteur), from Late Latin collector, agent noun from colligere (see collect).
Ringworm is contagious. It spreads when you have skin-to-skin contact with a person or animal that has it. It can also spread when you share things like towels, clothing, or sports gear. You can also get ringworm by touching an infected dog or cat, although this form of ringworm is not common.
An over the counter treatment for ringworm in cats is best administered after conducting a vet check. Ringworm is a contagious infection thatâs caused by fungi known as Microsporum canis and Microsprum gypseum. This fungal infection generally manifests itself on the catâs skin, nails and hair.