1. DEFINITION: Closely related group of fungi that have great affinity to invade the keratinized part of the skin, hair, nail, wool, horn hoof and feathers. They cause ringworm…
Dermatophytes Infection Description: Dermatophytosis (tinea or ringworm) of the scalp, glabrous skin, and nails is caused by a closely related group of fungi known as dermatophytes…