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It's true that ringworm is a fungus not a worm or parasite as it's name implies. It is a nuisance, but it does not mean you are unclean or dirty by any means. In order for anyone to get it (animal or human) your immune system has to be somewhat compromised (aside from gross negligence in handling). It is associated with being dirty and unclean because a lot of times the animal that has it is unhealthy for other reasons like puppymill puppies or kittens that are infested with parasites and do live in unimaginable conditions. Just like other germs, ringworm is in the soil and on surfaces that we touch on a daily basis. Healthy immune systems ward it off. If you have never been exposed to ringworm, you may be slightly more at risk to get it as are young chidren, and baby animals. We showed lambs for years where ringworm is rampant. We never did get it. Washing hands goes a long ways in prevention.

Also, I have seen ringworm look like tiny small perfect circles to irregular large circles that cover an entire torso on humans. I can't imagine it taking 9 months to clear up a case of ringworm.