Ringworm (Tinea Corporis)
Ringworm is a common fungal skin infection that causes an itchy, ring-shaped rash — despite the name, it has nothing to do with worms. It’s very common and easily treatable, and can be assessed confidentially without an in-person exam in uncomplicated cases.
Could It Be Ringworm?
- A red, itchy patch that grows outward into a ring shape with a clearer centre
- Slightly raised, scaly, or blistered border around the patch
- Itching or mild burning at the affected area
- One or more patches on the body, scalp, groin (jock itch), or feet (athlete’s foot)
- A rash that spreads slowly outward over days to weeks
- Recent close contact with an infected person, pet, or shared gym/locker room surfaces
Treatment
- Topical antifungals (terbinafine, clotrimazole, ketoconazole, miconazole, ciclopirox) applied directly to the affected skin
- Guidance on how long to continue treatment — often longer than symptoms take to improve, to fully clear the infection
- Hygiene advice to prevent spreading it to other parts of your body or to other people
- Guidance on checking pets or close contacts if a source of reinfection is suspected
- Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe directly for uncomplicated ringworm
How it works
Three steps to feeling better.
- Share your symptoms
Complete a short, secure assessment about what you’re experiencing — on your time, from anywhere.
- Pharmacist reviews and prescribes
A licensed Ontario pharmacist reviews your assessment and prescribes appropriate treatment when indicated.
- Treatment ships free
Your prescription is dispensed and delivered to your door in discreet packaging — no extra charge.
Why Rumini
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Complete discretion
Your assessment, your prescription, and your delivery are handled with full privacy — PHIPA compliant at every step.
Fast from start to door
Start now, get your assessment reviewed quickly, and receive your medication with free same-province delivery.
Support when you need it
Our care team is available 7 days a week. Questions before, during, or after treatment — we’re here.
No clinic visit required
Ontario pharmacists are authorized to prescribe for uncomplicated UTIs. Skip the waiting room entirely.
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A licensed Ontario Pharmacy.
Rumini operates under the full oversight of Ontario's regulatory framework for pharmacy practice.
OCP registration
#311091
Role
Pharmacist of Record
Location
45–2355 Derry Rd E, Mississauga, ON
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What causes ringworm?
A fungal infection (dermatophyte), not a worm. It spreads through direct skin-to-skin contact, contact with an infected pet, or contact with contaminated surfaces like gym mats, towels, or locker room floors.
How is ringworm treated?
A topical antifungal cream applied to the affected area for a set period, even after the rash appears to clear, to fully eliminate the fungus. Ontario’s minor ailments program allows pharmacists to assess and prescribe directly for uncomplicated cases.
How long until symptoms improve?
Itching and redness often start improving within a few days, but most topical treatments need to be continued for 2 to 4 weeks to fully clear the infection and prevent it from coming back.
Is ringworm contagious?
Yes, it spreads easily through skin-to-skin contact, shared items (towels, clothing, bedding), infected pets, and contaminated surfaces. Covering the area and avoiding sharing personal items helps reduce spread while it heals.
Can pets give me ringworm?
Yes, ringworm commonly spreads between pets and people. If your pet has patches of hair loss or scaly skin, it’s worth having them checked by a vet at the same time you’re being treated, to avoid reinfecting each other.
When should I seek in-person care instead?
Seek in-person care for a rash on the scalp (which often needs oral treatment), widespread or rapidly spreading patches, a rash that doesn’t improve after several weeks of topical treatment, signs of a bacterial infection (increasing redness, warmth, pus), or if you have a weakened immune system.