Look up: Ringworm

1. Ringworm
   a skin infection caused by a fungus that spreads out in an even circle, characterised by ring-like, scaly patches of red skin
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2. ringworm
   a fungus disease of the skin which is common to cats. It often spreads to other pets and to human beings. If your cat `s hair is falling out in spots take it to the veterinarian for treatment. Category: agriculture, fisheries, forestry - food processing industries
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3. Ringworm
   Ring'worm' noun (Medicine) A contagious affection of the skin due to the presence of a vegetable parasite, and forming ring-shaped discolored patches covered with vesicles or powdery scales. It occurs either on the body, the face, or the scalp. Diffe...
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4. ringworm
   A fungal skin infection sometimes referred to as ringworm. Typically a scaly, red-shaped ring on the skin. Commonly seen in children. Treatment requires an antifungal cream such as clotrimazole or miconazole. ... (27 Sep 1997) ...
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5. ringworm
   (ring´wәrm) the popular name for tinea, a fungal infection of the skin, even though it is not caused by a worm and is not always ring-shaped. It is caused by a group of related fungi that feed on the body's waste products of dead skin and perspiration; they attack the skin in various areas, especially body f...
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6. Ringworm
   • (n.) A contagious affection of the skin due to the presence of a vegetable parasite, and forming ring-shaped discolored patches covered with vesicles or powdery scales. It occurs either on the body, the face, or the scalp. Different varieties are distinguished as Tinea circinata, Tinea tonsur...
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7. ringworm
   superficial skin lesions caused by a highly specialized group of fungi called dermatophytes that live and multiply on the surface of the skin and ... [1 related articles]
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8. Ringworm
   A contagious fungal infection of the skin that can be spread through both direct and indirect contact. Clothes, brushes, towels, linens, telephones, doorknobs, shopping carts and other items all can carry the infection. Occasionally, ringworm is spread through contact with soil. Ringworm usually appears 4 to 14 days after exposure to the infecti...
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9. ringworm
   ringworm or tinea (tin'ēu) , superficial eruption of the skin caused by a fungus, chiefly Microsporum, Trichophyton, or Epidermophyton. Any area of the skin may be affected, including the scalp and nails, but the most common site is the feet. That disorder is often called athlete's foot in...
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10. ringworm
    Type: Term Pronunciation: ring′wŏrm Synonyms: tinea
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11. ringworm
    Any of various contagious skin infections due to related kinds of fungus, usually resulting in circular, itchy, discoloured patches covered with scales or blisters. The scalp and feet (athlete's foot) are generally involved. Treatment is with antifungal preparations
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12. ringworm
    a fungal skin infection characterized by ring shaped, red, scaly, or blistery patches.
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13. ringworm
    a fungal skin infection characterized by ring shaped, red, scaly, or blistery patches.
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14. ringworm
    a fungal skin infection characterized by ring-shaped, red, scaly, or blistery patches.
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15. RINGWORM
    A common skin infection caused by ringworm fungi (dermatophytes), which invade the outer, superficial layers of the skin, hair, and nails; also called dermatophytosis.
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16. Ringworm
    A fungus that can cause hair loss in cats. The hair loss may be patchy in appearance, or the hair may just look thinner all over. Longhaired cats are often particularly badly affected. Can also cause hair loss and skin disease in people in contact with the affected cat so good hygiene measures are essential. Veterinary treatment is required.
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17. Ringworm
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