Tinea Corpus
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Morphological Characteristics
T. Corpus is segmented and cells are connected in a branching pattern.
Identification Methods
An itchy circular rash appears on the skin and is very identifiable. Skin scrapings can also be taken and identified under a microscope.
Life Cycle
-Spreads by skin to skin contact with an infected person or animal
-Can also spread from an object or soil
-After contact with human skin, T. corpus spreads asexually using spores
-Growth is facilitated by a warm, humid environment
HOST INFORMATION
- Can exist in different hosts
- 3 Types of transmission:
- Person to person
- Animal to person
- Dogs, cats, cows, goats, pigs, and horses can spread ringworm
- Environment to person
- Tinea corpus fungi can live on surfaces. It is particularly common in damp areas like locker rooms and public showers
GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION
This fungi can be found worldwide.
SOURCES
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm-body/symptoms-causes/syc-20353780
http://ohapbio12.pbworks.com/w/page/51614687/Tinea%20corporis