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Ringworm (Fungal) Infection

Ringworm Infections Different Areas of the Body Are Affected Ringworm is an infection caused by one of a group of fungal parasites (dermatophytes) that affect the skin. Dermatophytes thrive in warm, moist places and live on keratin, a protein found in dead skin, nails, and hair cells. These fungal infections are called tinea infections, and …

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Fungal Nail Infection

Fungal Nail Infections   New Oral Drugs Help Clear Fungus Infections Fungal infections of a fingernail or toenail (onychomycosis) are caused by one of three fungus types: dermato-phytes (usually cause of a toenail infection), yeast or molds. The nail often becomes thickened and turns white, yellow or brown. Sometimes the proximal nail fold – the …