Zoology - Human Health and Diseases Question with Solution | TestHub

Ringworm infection is one of the most common infectious diseases in human. It is commonly caused by fungal generaMicrosporum, TrichophytonandEpidermophyton.

Mode of infection: Generally acquired from soil or by using towels, clothes, combs of infected individuals.

Sign and symptoms: Dry, scaly lesions on various parts of the body- skin, nails and scalp, intense itching, etc.

Heat and moisture promote the growth of fungi. These fungi grow in skin folds in the groin or between the toes.