Dermatophytosis

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This page is about clinical aspects of the disease.  For microbiologic aspects of the causative organism(s), see Dermatophyte.

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords:Dermatophycosis; Microsporic tinea; Ringworm; Ringworm infection; Tinea; Fungal infection of the skin.

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination| Laboratory Findings | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

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