MCQ IN MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -Approximately 40 different species of fungi can cause ringworm; the scientific names for the types of fungi that cause ringworm are Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection caused by common mold-like parasites that live on the cells in the outer layer of your skin. It can be spread in the following ways: Human to human. Ringworm often spreads by direct, skin-to-skin contact with an infected person.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ringworm is a common skin infection that is caused by a fungus. It’s called “ringworm” because it can cause a circular rash (shaped like a ring) that is usually red and itchy. Anyone can get ringworm.

Detailed explanation-4: -These fungi thrive where it’s warm and humid. Ringworm is common in tropical areas and during hot, humid summers. It flourishes in warm, moist locker rooms and indoor pools. You can also get ringworm when the weather is cool because ringworm is extremely contagious.

Detailed explanation-5: -Itchy skin. Ring-shaped rash. Red, scaly, cracked skin. Hair loss.