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What pathogens causes ringworms?

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Ringworm, also known as "Tinea", is a contagious fungal infection of the skin, and can exist anywhere on the body. Contrary to its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm, but generally is a reddish to brownish raised or bumpy patch of skin that may be lighter in the center, giving the appearance of a 'ring'.
A number of different species of fungi cause ringworm. Dermatophytes of the genera Trichophyton and Microsporum are the most common causative agents. These fungi attack various parts of the body and lead to the following conditions:

  • Dermatophytosis
    • Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) affects the feet
    • Tinea unguinum affects the fingernails and toenails
    • Tinea corporis affects the arms, legs, and trunk
    • Tinea cruris (jock itch) affects the groin area
    • Tinea manuum affects the hands and palm area
    • Tinea capitis affects the scalp
    • Tinea barbae affects facial hair
    • Tinea faciei (face fungus) affects the face
  • Other superficial mycoses
    • Tinea versicolor
    • Tinea nigra1

1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringworm

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