commodity. 1  an article of trade or commerce, especially a product as distinguished from a service. 2  something of use, advantage, or value. 3  Stock Exchange. any unprocessed or partially processed good, as grain, fruits, and vegetables, or precious metals. 4  Obsolete. a quantity of goods.
Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis or tinea, is a fungal infection of the skin. The name âringwormâ is a misnomer, since the infection is caused by a fungus, not a worm. Ringworm infection can affect both humans and animals.
The skin infection is caused by fungi called dermatophytes. Dermatophytes find a way to get in the skin through small cuts or broken skin. Their presence on the skin causes red, itchy, raised lesions to form. Not only can you get ringworm on your body (arms, legs, and trunk) but also on your scalp.