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  2. Dermatophytosis - Wikipedia

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    Dermatophytosis, also known as tinea and ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin [2] (a dermatomycosis), that may affect skin, hair, and nails. [1] Typically it results in a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash. [ 1 ]

  3. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common ... - AOL

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    Ringworm. What it looks like: Ringworm is a common skin infection caused by a fungus. It gets its name from its circular rash, which is often red, swollen, and cracked. Other symptoms to note ...

  4. Tinea corporis - Wikipedia

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    Ringworm can also be acquired from other animals such as horses, pigs, ferrets, and cows. The fungus can also be spread by touching inanimate objects like personal care products, bed linen, combs, athletic gear, or hair brushes contaminated by an affected person. [3] Individuals at high risk of acquiring ringworm include those who: [citation ...

  5. List of types of tinea - Wikipedia

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    Treatment of tinea capitis requires an oral antifungal agent; griseofulvin is the most commonly used drug, but other newer antimycotic drugs, such as terbinafine, itraconazole, and fluconazole have started to gain acceptance, topical treatment include selenium sulfide shampoo.

  6. Terbinafine - Wikipedia

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    Terbinafine is an antifungal medication used to treat pityriasis versicolor, fungal nail infections, and ringworm including jock itch and athlete's foot. [1] [2] [3] It is either taken by mouth or applied to the skin as a cream or ointment. [1] [4]

  7. Dermatomycosis - Wikipedia

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    Most dermatomycoses are mild and resolve without treatment, but many are treated clinically with topical antifungal medicines. Oral antifungals are also an option for treatment. [1] One of the most frequent forms is dermatophytosis (ringworm, tinea) which includes tinea pedis, also known as athlete's foot. Another example is cutaneous ...

  8. Mayo Clinic ranked among 'Best Children's Hospitals' - again

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    Jun. 16—Mayo Clinic Children's Center is again ranked as a top-performing children's hospital on U.S. News & World Report's 2021-2022 "Best Children's Hospital's rankings. Mayo Children's Center ...

  9. Microsporum audouinii - Wikipedia

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    Microsporum audouinii causes the infections Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and Tinea corporis. [2] These superficial dermal diseases are generally found in prepubescent children (starting at 6 months) and rarely affect adults. [3] There are a few reasons why children are more susceptible to M. audouinii.