Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Psoriasis and ringworm (tinea corporis) cause scaly rashes but have different causes and treatments. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition, while ringworm is a ...

Abnormal growth of fungus is usually more common in the monsoon, especially in the forms of tinea corporis (ringworm), intertrigo (inflammation in folds of the skin) and candidiasis. Areas under ...

The diagnostic hypothesis of tinea favosa, among many possibilities, was raised due to the marked similarity between the semiological elements found both in the classic description and in the painting ...

Dr Shumail Zia, a skin specialist, noted a significant rise in fungal skin infections due to contaminated water, especially tinea corporis, folliculitis, and eczema; conditions which are ...

A person's body shape depends on many factors, including sex, diet, and genetics. Learn more about the different body shapes for males and females.

Tinea capitis is a dermatophyte infection that occurs mainly in childhood; there are few reports, in Brazil, in adolescents and adults. The detection of asymptomatic carriers is of great importance in ...