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What is the scientific name of fungus that causes ringworm?
there are many scientific names for ringworm, what identifies the name is where it is found.ringworm of the body is Tinea corporis, this one is the most common.
What is tinea corporis better known as?
Tinea corporis is better known as ringworm, a common fungal infection of the skin that can cause circular red, scaly patches with raised edges. It is not caused by worms but by dermatophyte fungi that thrive in warm and moist environments. Topical antifungal medications are usually effective in treating ringworm.
What are the diseases caused by fungi?
Candidiasis Cryptococcosis Titea pedis Tinea captis Tinea corporis Histoplasmosis Blastomycosis Coccidiodomycosis Tinea Barbae Thrush
What are the symptoms of tinea corporis?
Tinea corporis as a type of fungi is usually found by a red circled rash. This rash is usually found on the legs, chest, or other areas of the body that may normally be exposed.
What should you do if you suspect you have some symptoms of tinea corporis?
If you do suspect that you have tinea corporis, a disease most common to children, you should seek topical therapy. Seek your doctor if you any question about this, and it would usually cure in 2-4 weeks.
Is Tinea corporis a superficial cutaneous infection?
No, it is a cutaneous mycosis. It is an infection under the skin. Not on top.
What is causative agent in tinea corporis?
The causative agent of tinea corporis, also known as ringworm, is usually a group of fungi called dermatophytes. The most common dermatophyte species causing tinea corporis is Trichophyton tonsurans. These fungi thrive in warm and moist environments, leading to skin infections characterized by a red, scaly rash in ring-like patterns.
How long does it take for ringworm to show?
Tinea corporis: 4 - 10 days. Ringworm of The Body Tinea capitis: 10 - 14 days. Scalp Ringworm
Can you use dk gel miconazole nitrate for tinea corporis?
Yes. Apply once a day over the affected area
Selenium in treatment of tinea corpora?
Selenium sulfide is commonly used in the treatment of tinea corporis (fungal infection of the body). It works by reducing the growth of the fungus and helping to alleviate symptoms such as itching and scaling. It is available in a topical formulation for application to the affected skin.
What is the layman's name for tinea versicolor?
Tinea is also called ringworm. They are a group of fungal infections of the skin (dermatophytes)(skin flowers). The names of the pathogen are many but the most common or familiar are: Epidermophyton floccosum or Microsporum spp or Trichophyton spp.
Is ringworm a skin disease?
Yes, ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The medical term for it is tinea corporis.
