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Ringworm is the term used for the superficial fungal infection of the skin. It must be very old term. The central lesion tends to get clear. there is sort of elevation of the ring like in the periphery. From the appearance the term probably came into existence. Medicine is still orthodox, when it comes to traditions. As such my medical education is dominated by experts from UK. So I also tend to be more or less orthodox. So I am happy with this misnomer.
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∙ 11y agoThe term "ringworm" is a misnomer, since the condition is caused by fungi of several different species and not by parasitic worms
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Is ringworm a correct term for disease?
The term "ringworm" is a misnomer, since the condition is caused by fungi of several different species and not by parasitic worms
Is ringworm a skin disease?
Yes, ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The medical term for it is tinea corporis.
What type of disease causes marks of ringworm?
ringworm is a which type diseas
Why is ringworm called ringworm?
Ringworm is not a disease caused by a worm. It is actually caused by a fungal infection in the skin which resembles the shape of a coiled worm, which gave this disease its name.
Which of these is a human disease caused by a fungus anthrax leprosy chickenpox ringworm?
ringworm
What is a human disease caused by a fungus?
Ringworm is one, theres probably lots more
A skin disease a word starting with ring?
ringworm a fungal disease:)x
Ringworm is a contagious disease what does it mean?
Means you can catch it from someone who has it.
What is sulphur used for ringworm?
treat fungal skin disease
Is it bipolar disease or bipolar disorder?
The correct term is bipolar disorder. Some people call it a disease though.
What is the medical term for endocrine system disease?
endocrinology Wrong. Endocrinopathy is the correct answer.
What is a contagious itching skin disease called with 8 letters?
Ringworm
