What is tinea infection? Tinea is a fungal infection of the skin. Tinea on the body or scalp is sometimes known as ringworm. This is because it can cause red patches on the skin in the shape of rings. But it’s not caused by worms. It’s caused by different types of fungi. Tinea infection can affect any part of the body.

2022年4月26日 · Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It's usually an itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in the middle. Ringworm gets its name because of its appearance.

"Tinea" refers to a skin infection with a dermatophyte (ringworm) fungus. Depending on which part of the body is affected, it is given a specific name. Sometimes, the name gives a different meaning. Tinea versicolor is more accurately called pityriasis versicolor. This is a common yeast infection on the trunk.

Ringworm on your body is called tinea corporis. This type of ringworm affects your arms, legs, torso and face. Ringworm is treated with antifungal medication available either over the counter or as a prescription.

2024年10月12日 · Tinea are skin diseases caused by fungus like ringworm or jock itch. Some are treated with over the counter items and others require prescription.

Tinea corporis is a superficial fungal infection of the skin that can affect any part of the body, excluding the hands and feet, scalp, face and beard, groin, and nails. It is commonly called ‘ringworm’ as it presents with characteristic ring-shaped lesions. Who gets tinea corporis?

2023年12月19日 · Ringworm doesn't come from a worm. It’s a skin infection that’s caused by mold - like fungi that live on the dead tissues of your skin, hair, nails, or on your scalp. Ringworm's name comes from the...

Dermatophytoses are fungal infections of the skin and nails caused by several different fungi and classified by the location on the body. Dermatophyte infections are also called ringworm or tinea. Symptoms of dermatophytoses include rashes, scaling, and itching.

2024年8月27日 · Ringworm, also called dermatophytosis or tinea, is a fungal infection of the skin. Ringworm isn’t caused by a worm. Learn how to identify and treat ringworm.

Tinea is a contagious skin or nail infection, caused by a fungus. The infection will have a different name depending on where it lives and the type of fungus. Some common infections are athlete's foot, ring worm and jock itch. What is tinea? What are the types of tinea? Who is at risk of tinea? What are the symptoms of tinea?