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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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What causes athletes foot and ringworm?
fungus,live on moist areas such as shower floors towels
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
Name three diseases caused by fungi?
Ringworm, Athletes Foot, Vaginal yeast infections.
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.
Two diseases caused by fungi?
Two diseases caused by fungi are athlete's foot, which affects the skin on the feet, and ringworm, which can infect the skin, hair, or nails on the body. Both conditions are common and can be treated with antifungal medications.
What infection is caused by fungus?
One common fungal infection is called "athlete's foot," which affects the skin on the feet and causes itching, redness, and flaking. Another fungal infection is "thrush," which affects the mouth and throat, resulting in white patches and soreness. Additionally, "vaginal yeast infections" can occur in women due to overgrowth of a fungus called Candida in the vaginal area.
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.
Is Tineas Pedis unicellular or multicellular?
Tineas Pedis,, athletes foot is classified as a fungal infection and a form of ringworm. It is a multicellular dermophyte infection as opposed to a unicellular yeasts.
What are these Hard white donut shaped bumps on my face?
Just based on the small amount of information you gave. I would say ringworm. Either go to the Doctor, or you can try putting Athletes Foot cream on it. Ringworm is a Fungus, not worms. It is INCREDIBLY contagious!
