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Dermatitis, reaction to tinea

Ringworm, tinea capitis - close-up

Ringworm, tinea corporis on an infant's leg

Ringworm, tinea corporis on the chest

Ringworm, tinea corporis on the hand and leg

Ringworm, tinea manuum on the finger

Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention

Ringworm

Alternative names:

dermatophytid; tinea

Symptoms:

itching of the affected area
skin lesion, rash
- usually on exposed body areas
- ring shaped
- reddened patch (skin, abnormally dark or light)
- borders advance and spread, and the center clears
- borders appear scaly and distinct

Signs and tests:

The diagnosis is primarily based on the appearance of the skin.

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