by ALI GOUDARZI
Tinea is a contagious fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails. It is also known as ringworm, which is a misleading name because it is not caused by worms. Tinea is caused by a type of fungus called a dermatophyte. Dermatophytes thrive in warm, moist environments,...
by ALI GOUDARZI
Tinea corporis, also known as ringworm, is a fungal infection that affects the skin on the body. It can appear as a circular, ring-shaped rash with raised edges and clear skin in the center. The infection is highly contagious and can be spread through direct contact...
by ALI GOUDARZI
Tinea cruris, also known as jock itch, is a fungal infection that affects the skin in the groin area. This type of infection is caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes, which thrive in warm, moist environments. Tinea cruris is more common in men than women,...
by ALI GOUDARZI
Tinea pedis, also known as athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection of the feet. It is the most common type of ringworm. Tinea pedis is caused by a fungus that thrives in warm, moist environments. This is why it is most common in people who have sweaty feet, such...
by ALI GOUDARZI
Tinea versicolor, also known as sun spots, is a common fungal infection that is caused by an overgrowth of the yeast Malassezia furfur on the skin. The condition is often characterized by white or varicolored patches on the skin and is commonly found on the arms and...
