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They are not disease peresay, but more afflictions. Athlete's foot is actually a fungus that grows between the toes and is caused by mold spores that thrive in warm, moist environments. Ringworm is similar to a tapeworm: it gets in through open sores on the body, most typically the feet.
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∙ 13y agoBoth are a form of mycosis caused by a Tineafungal infection, as is jock itch.
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∙ 13y agoThey are both caused by a fungal infection.
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∙ 11y agoYour more likely to get aids on your right testical and it will burn and ich for years unless the drop off when your anus starts severely bleeding that's when you should start worrying
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Which type of microorganism causes athletes foot?
A fungus (ringworm).
What infection is caused by fungus?
Athletes Foot, Candida, Jock Itch And Tinea.
What causes athletes foot and ringworm?
fungus,live on moist areas such as shower floors towels
Name three diseases caused by fungi?
Ringworm, Athletes Foot, Vaginal yeast infections.
What do ring worms eat?
Ringworm is caused by a fungus, just like athletes foot. There are no worms in one's skin.
What common human skin disease is caused by imperfect fungi?
yeast infections and ringworm also athletes foot
Two diseases caused by fungi?
Teniacruris , fungal brain disease(Memingitis)
Which class of organisms includes yeast molds mushrooms and the pathogens that cause athletes foot and ringworm?
Fungi (pl); fungus
What happens when the fungus that causes athletes foot infects other areas of the body?
This produces a red, inflamed sore from which the spores can easily spread from person to person. When the same fungus infects other areas, such as ringworm, which is not a worm at all.
What are the similarities between fungi and bacteria?
Both can cause harm to living organisms. An example is that fungi can cause Athletes Foot and Ringworm.
Small white bump surrounded by red ring itchy on forearm?
sounds alot like ringworm...this can be treated with athletes foot cream if that is what it is.
What is the Rate the degree of damage caused by ringworm?
Initially ringworm isn't dangerous and can be treated at home. But, left untreated, it can spread and lead to potentially serious health problems. See related link below for how to treat ringworm at home.
