skin disorders
Overview of Dermatophytoses (Ringworm, Tinea)
Symptoms of Dermatophytoses
Symptoms of a dermatophyte infection vary depending on the location of the infection. Most often, there is little or no inflammation and the ring-shaped patches are mildly itchy with a scaling, slightly raised border. These patches can come and go intermittently. Occasionally, inflammation is more severe and suddenly causes large and small fluid-filled spots to appear (usually on the foot) or an inflamed, swollen patch on the scalp that sometimes oozes pus ( Kerion ). 