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2. Fungal infection - Wikipedia

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   Some superficial fungal infections of the skin can appear similar to other skin conditions such as eczema and lichen planus. [7] Treatment is generally performed using antifungal medicines , usually in the form of a cream or by mouth or injection , depending on the specific infection and its extent. [ 15 ]

3. List of types of tinea - Wikipedia

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   Tinea cruris is similar to Candidal intertrigo, which is an infection of the skin by Candida albicans. It is more specifically located between intertriginous folds of adjacent skin, which can be present in the groin or scrotum, and be indistinguishable from fungal infections caused by tinia. However, candidal infections tend to both appear and ...

4. 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]

5. Common Types of Scalp Fungi & How to Treat Them - AOL

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   Like other fungal skin infections, scalp fungus develops when contagious fungi are transmitted onto your scalp and hair from other people, animals or objects. Fungi can be found in almost every ...

6. Tinea cruris - Wikipedia

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   Tinea cruris is often associated with athlete's foot and fungal nail infections. [4] [5] Rubbing from clothing, excessive sweating, diabetes and obesity are risk factors. [6] [8] It is contagious and can be transmitted person-to-person by skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated sports clothing and sharing towels. [3] [5]

7. First case of rare, sexually transmitted type of fungal ... - AOL

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   The American man’s infection responded to standard anti-fungal medications but ultimately took four and a half months to heal fully. ... “If you have a rash or lesions on your skin that aren ...