âThe opposite of pampering yourself -- AVOIDâ. Review of Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. I treated myself to a deep tissue massage at Kripalu. Boy was I in for a let down. I waited the full hour to feel anything like the vigorous sports massage I had requested (and for which I paid extra!). The woman who delivered the massage told me it was my fault for not letting in the relaxation..
Ringworm, or tinea, refers to several types of contagious fungal infections of the top layer of the skin, scalp, and nails. It is called ringworm because the itchy, red rash has a ring-like appearance. However, ringworm is nothing to do with worms. It can affect different parts of the body. In this article, we will cover ringworm's causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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 infection initially presents with red patches on affected areas of the skin and later spreads to other parts of the body.