scalp ringworm

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fungal infection, usually caused by Trichophyton tonsurans that leads to endothrix (inside hair) infections and favus, a formation of crusts on the scalp.

Word forms

scalp ringworm

Synonyms

tinea capitis herpes tonsurans
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