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	Tinea corporis, Tinea cruris, and Tinea pedis
		Tinea cruris is an acute or chronic infection of the groin, perineum, and perianal region.
		Tinea pedis with a papulosquamous pattern ("moccasin-like"): as the name suggests, this form affects the soles and lateral aspects of the feet in a pattern suggestive of the skin covered were one wearing a moccasin.
		Autosomal recessive inheritance of susceptibility to tinea imbricata.
	www.doctorfungus.org /mycoses/human/other/TineaCorporis_Cruris_Pedis.htm (1895 words)

	Tinea Corporis - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
		Tinea corporis is common among children and is transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, as well as via contact with contaminated items such as hairbrushes.
		Tinea corporis is an infection of the body surface by mold-like fungi called dermatophytes.
		Tinea corporis is caused by a group of fungi known collectively as dermatophytes.
	www.thebeautytips.com /beauty/skin-disorders/tinea-corporis.htm (454 words)

	Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library - Tinea corporis
		Tinea corporis is an infection of the body surface by mold-like fungi called dermatophytes.
		Tinea corporis (often called ringworm of the body) is a common skin disorder, especially among children, but it may occur in people of all ages.
		Tinea infections are contagious and can be passed by direct contact with affected individuals or by contact with contaminated items such as combs, clothing, shower, or pool surfaces.
	www.lifespan.org /adam/healthillustratedencyclopedia/1/000877.html (535 words)

	ENLmedical.com: Conditions And Concerns: Medical Encyclopedia: Tinea corporis
		Ringworm, tinea corporis - chest and abdomen: Tinea corporis or ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin.
		Tinea versicolor is a superficial fungal infection common in adolescent and young adult males.
		Tinea versicolor is an infection caused by a fungus that is common in adolescent and young adult males.
	www.enlmedical.com /article/000877.htm (1437 words)

	eMedicine - Tinea Corporis : Article by Mary Elizabeth Rushing
		Tinea corporis is a superficial dermatophyte infection characterized by either inflammatory or noninflammatory lesions on the glabrous skin (ie, skin regions except the scalp, groin, palms, and soles).
		Tinea imbricata is a form of tinea corporis found mainly in Southeast Asia, the South Pacific, Central America, and South America.
		Tinea corporis gladiatorum often manifests on the head, neck, and arms, which is a distribution consistent with the areas of skin-to-skin contact in wrestling.
	www.emedicine.com /derm/topic421.htm (3830 words)

	Postgraduate Medicine: Superficial fungal infection of the skin
		Tinea cruris is dermatophytosis of the proximal medial thigh and buttock (2).
		Tinea capitis (figure 7: not shown) is a dermatophytic infection of the head and scalp, usually found in infants, children, and young adolescents (11-14).
		Haloprogin (Halotex) is a halogenated phenol and is used for tinea pedis, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea manuum, and tinea versicolor (17,20).
	www.postgradmed.com /issues/2001/01_01/zuber.htm (3923 words)

	Topical Treatment of Common Superficial Tinea Infections- May 15, 2002 - American Family Physician
		Tinea corporis and cruris infections are usually treated for two weeks, while tinea pedis is treated for four weeks with an azole or for one to two weeks with allylamine medication.
		Tinea infections are superficial fungal infections caused by the three genera of dermatophytes, Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton.
		Tinea capitis refers to a dermatophyte infection of the head, tinea barbae affects the beard area, tinea corporis occurs on the body surface, tinea manuum is limited to the hands, tinea pedis to the feet, and tinea unguium infects the toenails.
	www.aafp.org /afp/20020515/2095.html (3770 words)

	Fungus Infections: Tinea
		Tinea corporis may be spread from person to person, from contact with an infected animal, most often a cat, or from exposure to fungus in the soil.
		It is hard to immediately confirm that the symptoms are due to tinea infection and to establish the identity of the infecting organism.
		Tinea capitis, tinea unguium and chronic tinea pedis are difficult to eradicate completely and require oral treatment.
	www.aocd.org /skin/dermatologic_diseases/fungus_infections.html (611 words)

	Principles of Pediatric Dermatology - Chapter10 : FUNGAL SKIN INFECTIONS SUPERFICIAL FUNGAL INFECTIONS TINEA CAPITIS
		Tinea Corporis lesion has an active vesiculo-papular elevated edges while in pityriasis rosea the edges are smooth.
		Tinea Cruris is a superficial fungal inflammation of the intertriginous areas mainly that of the inguinal, gluteal and the axillary areas.
		Tinea versicolor is a superficial fungal infection caused by Malassezia Furfur.
	www.drmhijazy.com /english/chapters/chapter10.htm (4733 words)

	Tinea Infections
		Trichophyton rubrum remains the most prevalent fungal pathogen in general, and increased incidence of this species was observed in finger and toe onychomycosis, tinea corporis and tinea cruris, tinea manuum, and tinea pedis.
		Tinea versicolor consists of benign scaly and hypopigmented or hyperpigmented macules and patches on the chest and the back which may vary in color from reds to browns.
		Tinea Pedis: Tea Tree Oil Helped: In a 4-week DB PC study of 158 patients with tinea pedis (athlete's foot) using twice daily treatment, marked improvement occurred in 68% of the 50% tea tree oil group and 72% of the 25% tea tree oil group, compared to 39% in the placebo group.
	www.modern-psychiatry.com /tinea_infections.htm (1710 words)

	Diagnosis and Management of Common Tinea Infections - July 1998 - American Academy of Family Physicians
		Tinea manuum involving the palms.Pulse therapy with itraconazole is effective and economical in the treatment of infected nails.
		Tinea pedis infection is usually related to sweating and warmth, and use of occlusive footwear.
		Tinea unguium is a dermatophyte infection of the nails.
	www.aafp.org /afp/980700ap/noble.html (3834 words)

	Tinea (skin fungus) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Tinea pedis is usually seen as interdigital scaling, maceration, and fissuring between toes.
		Tinea cruris is usually a moist, mildly erythematous eruption symmetrically affecting both groin and upper inner thigh.
		Tinea corporis appears most often on the hairless skin of children as dry erythematous lesions with sharp annular and arciform borders that are scaling or vesicular.
	www.ncemi.org /cse/cse1117.htm (434 words)

	Tinea Corporis Ring Worm
		Tinea corporis is commonly known as "ring worm." Tinea corporis is the term used for fungal infection of the skin.
		Tinea corporis usually clears up quickly when antifungal medicines such as FungRx are applied twice daily to the skin.
		Tinea corporis is only one cause of circular lesions with clear centers and scaly edges.
	www.skinsite.com /info_tinea_corporis.htm (204 words)

	Tinea information Dr Blaines' tinea experts
		Tinea results from fungi known as dermatophytes invading the dead cell component of skin, nails and hair.
		Most tinea can be effectively treated using over the counter antifungal creams (such as Tineacide which kills 99.9% of fungus on contact), however some more severe cases may require treatment with oral antifungals.
		Tinea capitis and tinea unguium are also treated with oral antifungals as topical treatments do not penetrate the hair follicles or the nail.
	www.drblaines.com /tinea.php (313 words)

	HON Mother & Child Glossary, Fungal Skin Infections in Childhood
		Tinea is a general term for a group of related skin infections caused by different species of fungi.
		Tinea corporis, however, is commonly caused by 2 fungal species, Trichophyton and Microsporum.
		Tinea versicolour, which can cause mysterious areas of patchy skin discoloration, is caused by the Malassezia furfur fungus.
	www.hon.ch /Dossier/MotherChild/childhood_diseases/child_fungi.html (476 words)

	Skin Diseases - Tinea \| National Skin Care Institut
		In men the condition is called Tinea Barbae and includes the bearded areas of the face and neck, typically restricted to adult male animal handlers, dairy farmers and cattle ranchers.
		Symptoms: Tinea pedis, Tinea manuum, and Tinea cruris are particular cases of Tinea corporis limited to the foot, hand, and groin, respectively.
		Tinea manuum is a fungal infection of the hands, quite rare, its sympthoms are similar to the foot infection.
	www.skincarenet.org /tinea.html (920 words)

	Tinea Corporis Information : picture of Tinea Corporis, Tinea Corporis treatment
		Tinea corporis is a superficial dermatophyte infection of the glabrous skin of the trunk and the extremities characterized by both inflammatory lesions and noninflammatory lesions.
		Tinea corporis is contagious and is spread through infected pets or through direct contact with infected individuals.
		Tinea Corporis is not contagious; direct person to person contact rarely leads to spreading of Tinea Corporis.
	www.cosmeticsdiary.com /tinea-corporis.htm (596 words)

	Outbreak of tinea corporis gladiatorum, a fungal skin infection due to Trichophyton tonsurans, in a French high level ...
		Tinea corporis gladiatorum is a fungal infection due to Trichophyton tonsurans, well known in wrestlers and widespread among wrestling teams worldwide [1,2].
		A confirmed case of tinea corporis gladiatorum was defined as a team member presenting with clinically typical lesions.
		An episode was defined as a confirmed case of tinea corporis gladiatorum from symptom onset to healing of lesions and completion of treatment.
	www.eurosurveillance.org /em/v10n09/1009-224.asp (3009 words)

	Tinea corporis. DermNet NZ
		Tinea corporis (ringworm) is the name used for infection of the trunk, legs or arms with a dermatophyte fungus.
		Tinea corporis may be acute (sudden onset and rapid spread) or chronic (slow extension of a mild, barely inflamed, rash).
		The diagnosis of tinea corporis is confirmed by microscopy and culture of skin scrapings.
	dermnetnz.org /fungal/tinea-corporis.html (339 words)

	Ringworm or tinea - Blue Book: IDEAS - Victorian Government Health Information, Australia
		Tinea pedis occurs in children and adults and is spread by using communal facilities such as showers at swimming pools.
		Tinea unguium occurs commonly but there are low rates of transmission, even to close family associates.
		An injury to the nail predisposes to tinea unguium infection.
	www.health.vic.gov.au /ideas/bluebook/ringworm.htm (825 words)

	Treatment for Foot, Groin and Underarm Rashes from Tinea Cruris and Tinea Pedis
		Tinea Cruris can be triggered by ongoing friction from clothes along with ongoing wetness around the groin area, which could result for example from playing a high intensity sport and then remaining in wet sporting attire for an extended period.
		Tinea Cruris can be contracted from other people if you come in direct skin to skin contact with an infected person or even through simply touching their contaminated unwashed clothing.
		Tinea is a fungal disease of the Skin that is caused by a number of different organisms.
	www.hoskingspharmacy.com /cure-tinea-skin-diseases.htm (1940 words)

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		known as tinea incognito because of its subtle appearance, is dermatophytosis of the nonbearded areas of the face (2).
		Noninflammatory superficial tinea barbae is caused by anthropophilic dermatophytes.
		This variety of barbae is less common and resembles common tinea corporis or bacterial folliculitis (sycosiform variety).
	www.lycos.com /info/tinea--skin.html (459 words)

	Trichophyton tonsurans associated tinea corporis infection with the development of Majocchi's granuloma in a renal ...
		Fungal infections are the most common cause of cutaneous infections seen in renal transplant patients, usually due to a dermatophyte infection and presenting as tinea corporis and/or cruris.
		Although T. tonsurans uncommonly causes tinea corporis, numerous cases have been reported over the years and its contribution to fungal infections continues to increase.
		Tinea infections are frequent, but Majocchi's granuloma is an uncommon cutaneous fungal infection.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0PDG/is_6_4/ai_n15882153 (939 words)

	AllRefer Health - Tinea Corporis (Fungal Infection - Body, Infection - Fungal - Body, Ringworm - Body, Tinea Circinata, ...
		Tinea corporis (often called ringworm of the body) is a common skin disorder, especially among children, but it may occur in people of all ages.
		Susceptibility to fungal infection is increased by poor hygiene, prolonged wetness of the skin (such as from sweating), and minor skin or nail injuries.
		Tinea infections are contagious and can be passed by direct contact with affected individuals or by contact with contaminated items such as combs, clothing, shower, or pool surfaces.
	health.allrefer.com /health/tinea-corporis-info.html (429 words)

	Tinea Corporis (Ringworm of the Body) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Tinea corporis is a common superficial skin infection caused by a fungus.
		This minor skin infection occurs worldwide and is usually transmitted by contact from infected humans and animals, as well as from clothing, towels, or anywhere the fungus may come to rest, such as showers.
		Tinea corporis is usually diagnosed on visual inspection, but occasionally a microscopic analysis or culture may be helpful.
	www.lakeside.ca /Patient_Info/tinea_corporis.htm (338 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Tinea corporis
		Tinea corporis is a skin infection due to dermatophytes, a type of fungi.
		Tinea corporis (often called ringworm of the body) is a common skin disorder, especially among children.
		Spread of tinea to feet, scalp, groin, or nails
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/000877.htm (516 words)

	Tinea Corporis - Symptoms and its Treatment
		Tinea corporis, more commonly known as ringworm, is a fungal infection of the body.
		Tinea corporis, or ringworm of the body, is a rather common fungus infection of the body.
		All of the tinea infections are contagious and as such, can be transmitted to another person by direct contact with infected areas or through contact with infected items such as combs, clothing, or other areas that are exposed to the infected areas of a person’s body.
	www.ultimate-cosmetics.com /beauty/skin_disorders/tinea-corporis.html (1112 words)

	Tinea Corporis is Commonly Known as Tinea Ring Worm
		Tinea Corporis is Commonly Known as Tinea Ring Worm
		For instance, Tinea Corporis is the phrase used to describe the ringworm infection of the skin.
		Ringworm usually manifests as an inflammation of the skin that is very prominent in the center and becomes rough and scaly on the edges.
	www.1-ringworm.com /tinea-ring-worm.shtml (308 words)

	Images relating to Tinea - WrongDiagnosis.com
		This is a photomicrograph of the fungus Hortaea werneckii, the causative agent of Tinea Nigra.
		This patient presented with ringworm or Tinea pedis of the toes, which is also known as athlete's foot.
		Note the tinea corporis lesions, or “ringworm” on this patient’s arm due to the dermatophytic fungus Trichophyton rubrum.
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /t/tinea/pictures.htm (486 words)

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