Trichophyton Rubrum - Common Skin Diseases

Common Skin Diseases

  • Ringworm properly known as dermatophytosis
  • Athlete's foot properly known as Tinea pedis
  • Jock itch properly known as Tinea cruris
  • Fungal folliculitis of the scalp properly known as Tinea capitis
  • Fungal folliculitis of the beard properly known as Tinea barbae
  • Fungal folliculitis of the legs properly known as Majocchi granuloma often occurs in females who shave their legs.
  • Onychomycosis (nail infection)

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