Fungal infection of the skin.
Fungal infection of the skin (especially of moist parts covered by clothing)
A group of mycosis infections of the skin caused by parasitic fungi (dermatophytes).
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Examples for "tinea"
Examples for "tinea"
1No studies were identified that examined treatment for tinea pedis.
2Three of the five patients were initially treated with griseofulvin for presumed tinea capitis.
3The fungus is acquired from guinea pigs and causes highly inflammatory forms of tinea.
4However, a potassium hydroxide wet-mount examination of skin scrapings should be performed if tinea corporis is suspected.
5Various fungi, such as tinea versicolor and the Mexican "Caraati," may produce discoloration on the skin.
Translations for dermatophytosis