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Ringworm in humans is caused by:...

Ringworm in humans is caused by:

A

bacteria

B

fungi

C

nematodes

D

viruses

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B
Ringworm refers to fungal infections occurring on the surface of the skin. Although the world is full of yeasts, moulds and fungi, only a few cause skin problems. These agents are called the dermatophytes Some common dermatophytic fungi are Trichophyton rubrum, T. tensurans, T. interdigitale, T. mentagrophytes. Microsporum, Canis, Albugo candids and Epidermophyton floccosum.
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