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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for tinea corporis OR tinea incognito OR dermatophytosis
  1. ... at once. The medical name for ringworm is tinea. ... area, tinea cruris (also called jock itch) Scalp, tinea capitis
  2. Fungal Diseases: Ringworm (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    Tinea Infections/Start Here ... Tinea Infections ... Fungal Infections/Specifics ... Fungal Infections ... Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... Ringworm is a red circular ...
  3. ... that affects the scalp. It is also called tinea capitis. Related ringworm infections may be found: In ... fungi grow well in warm, moist areas. A tinea infection is more likely if you: Have minor ...
  4. ... feet caused by fungus. The medical term is tinea pedis or ringworm of the foot. ... Athlete's foot is the most common type of tinea infection. The fungus thrives in warm, moist areas. ...
  5. ... is caused by fungi. It is also called tinea. Related skin fungus infections may appear: On the ...
  6. ... treatment. It is often less severe than other tinea infections, such as athlete's foot, but may last a long time.
  7. Ringworm (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    Tinea Infections/Specifics ... Tinea Infections