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Dermatitis, reaction to tinea Ringworm, tinea corporis on an infant's leg Tinea versicolor - close-up Tinea versicolor - shoulders Ringworm, tinea on the hand and leg Tinea versicolor - close-up Tinea versicolor on the back Ringworm, tinea manuum on the finger Ringworm, tinea corporis on the leg Granuloma, fungal (Majocchi's) Granuloma, fungal (Majocchi's) Tinea corporis - ear

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Tinea corporis

Alternative Names: Fungal infection - body; Infection - fungal - body; Tinea of the body; Tinea circinata; Ringworm - body Prevention: Good general hygiene helps prevent ringworm infections. Avoid contact with infected pets as much as possible. Text Continues Below Clothing and household items, such as combs and bathroom surfaces, should be cleaned and dried thoroughly before reuse or use by another person to prevent the spread of the infection. Wash the hands thoroughly after contact with any fungal infection, including contact to treat the infection.

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