Tricophyton Rubrum

Type: Fungus

Pairs:

xiphoid process - xiphoid process

middle finger - middle finger

cruris - cruris

pares

Generalities:

Dermatophyte fungus that infects humans. According to the infected zone it produces the following disorders:

  • Ringworm in hands
  • Athlete's foot "tinea pedis", pruirito del jokey or nail infection. Infected fingernails discolor, become thick, change color, and, in some cases, can crumble.
  • Infection in croach (cruris)
  • Also skin disorders in any area of ​​the body (corporis)

Transmission:

It is spread by contact with contaminated objects (towels, shoes, clothes, etc.).

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