Two recent publications – a report in JAMA and a recent article in Emerging Infectious Diseases – detail cases of drug-resistant, sexually transmitted ringworm in the United States. Two documents are now available to provide you with key points, synopses of the two publications, and understand what to watch for and what to do.

Important Information:

• Recent Dermatophyte (Ringworm) Cases Associated with Sexual Contact – Information on signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and contact information for assistance with testing and clinical management.
• Summary of Articles and Key Points on Sexually Transmitted Ringworm Infections – A summary of the two recent publications on cases and key points for STI professionals.

Information is also available on the CDC’s Emerging Ringworm page.